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WG08 BTE

2008 Seat Altea

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

223,871 mi
Last recorded223,871 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Seat Altea80,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG08 BTE
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2024 223,871 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre on 3 mm

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear tyre worn inner edge

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 214,043 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 198,413 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 184,528 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 169,508 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 158,022 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 145,708 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL FOUR TYRES... (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 133,685 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2017 133,685 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release PLASTIC CHILDS TOY STUCK IN LIP... (5.2.5a)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 118,238 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 109,465 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 8 Sep 2015 109,465 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 29 Aug 2014 98,000 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 90,572 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 83,169 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Feb 2012 68,070 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 54,352 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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WG08 BTE is a 2008 Seat Altea in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 WG08 BTE, 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 WG08 BTE registered?

WG08 BTE is a 2008 Seat Altea, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is WG08 BTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG08 BTE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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