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SG55 VCA

2005 Seat Altea

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

86,483 mi
Last recorded86,483 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Seat Altea80,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG55 VCA
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2023 86,483 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 81,991 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 77,184 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 71,180 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 66,532 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 60,788 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Dec 2016 55,036 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 50,281 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 45,015 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 40,934 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 37,110 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 33,131 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 29,011 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 22,617 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 22,617 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 16,636 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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SG55 VCA is a 2005 Seat Altea in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2005 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 80,840 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 SG55 VCA, 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 21 years old, this Seat Altea is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SG55 VCA?

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What year was SG55 VCA registered?

SG55 VCA is a 2005 Seat Altea, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is SG55 VCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG55 VCA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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