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SA61 VXU

2011 Seat Altea

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

68,390 mi
Last recorded68,390 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2024
Typical for 2011 Seat Altea70,530 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA61 VXU
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2024 68,390 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 64,572 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 60,793 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlamp lens starting to mist over but beam pattern still visible at time of test (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlamp lens starting to mist over but beam pattern still visible at time of test (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 56,711 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2020 54,832 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + dot code 15. 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + inner edge worn + dot code 15 (5.2.3 (e))

both rear tyres dot code 15

engine covers + undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Sep 2019 51,729 miles

engine covers + undertrays fitted. undertray not fully secure

offside front tyre inner edge slightly worn

Fail 12 Sep 2019 51,729 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

engine covers + undertrays fitted. undertray not fully secure

offside front tyre inner edge slightly worn

Pass 31 Aug 2018 47,454 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

engine covers + undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2017 41,219 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

engine covers + undertrays fitted

nearside wiper leaves light smear

Pass 9 Sep 2016 34,958 miles

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 29,044 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 21,523 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

How Reliable is the Seat Altea?

Based on 461,665 MOT tests across 29,343 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
7,299
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
29,343
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12,536
coil spring broken 6,672
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5,675
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,395
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,100
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SA61 VXU is a 2011 Seat Altea in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2011 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 70,530 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Altea fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 12,536 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SA61 VXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Altea typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 15 years old, this Seat Altea is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SA61 VXU?

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What year was SA61 VXU registered?

SA61 VXU is a 2011 Seat Altea, first registered on 26 September 2011.

Is SA61 VXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA61 VXU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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