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WF08 XBW

2008 Seat Altea

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

168,786 mi
Last recorded168,786 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Seat Altea80,098 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 XBW
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2018 168,786 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 160,147 miles

off side rear brake disc glazed

Fail 13 Jun 2017 160,145 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

off side rear brake disc glazed

Pass 23 May 2016 143,517 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 128,367 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 110,115 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Plastic sill covers fitted.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jun 2013 94,939 miles

Both front brake discs rusted and scored.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Jun 2013 94,937 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Both front brake discs rusted and scored.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Jun 2012 86,159 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 86,159 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 66,813 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 66,813 miles

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

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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WF08 XBW is a 2008 Seat Altea in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 80,098 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 WF08 XBW, 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 18 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 WF08 XBW registered?

WF08 XBW is a 2008 Seat Altea, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is WF08 XBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF08 XBW 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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