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SB12 VRC

2012 Seat Altea

Red Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2017
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,015 mi
Last recorded18,015 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2016
Typical for 2012 Seat Altea66,675 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB12 VRC
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2016 18,015 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 17,293 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 16,751 miles

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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SB12 VRC is a 2012 Seat Altea in Red with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 66,675 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 SB12 VRC, 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 14 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 SB12 VRC?

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What year was SB12 VRC registered?

SB12 VRC is a 2012 Seat Altea, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is SB12 VRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB12 VRC shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SB12 VRC have outstanding finance?

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