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SK56 PXV

2006 Seat Altea

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

167,166 mi
Last recorded167,166 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 Seat Altea78,898 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK56 PXV
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2016 167,166 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 152,743 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 175,740 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 138,465 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 122,789 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 105,488 miles

EML on

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 87,423 miles

REAR WIPER ARM VERY LOOSE

Fail 31 Oct 2011 87,420 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Offside Rear Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

REAR WIPER ARM VERY LOOSE

Pass 18 Nov 2010 70,938 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 70,938 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 48,647 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 48,647 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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SK56 PXV is a 2006 Seat Altea in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 78,898 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SK56 PXV, 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 20 years old, this Seat Altea is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SK56 PXV registered?

SK56 PXV is a 2006 Seat Altea, first registered on 18 September 2006.

Is SK56 PXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK56 PXV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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