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WP62 VFX

2013 Seat Altea

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,337 mi
Last recorded123,337 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Seat Altea61,716 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP62 VFX
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 123,337 miles

Central Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2 x chips close together that have started to crack (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Seats and seat belts removed at time of test

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Brake foot pedal has an abnormal feel when depressed (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 119,501 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Multiple chips which has started to star crack (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Seats and seat belts removed at time of test

Pass 21 Sep 2023 116,836 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2 x chips close together that have started to crack (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Seats and seat belts removed at time of test

Pass 30 Sep 2022 112,083 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Multiple stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 107,701 miles

Central Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear All rear passenger seat removed at time of test

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both n/s and o/s have corroded surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2021 97,148 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 97,141 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2021 97,139 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 May 2020 95,631 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 22 May 2019 92,626 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 22 May 2019 92,626 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2018 88,042 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 83,583 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 76,152 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 56,402 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 6 Oct 2015 56,322 miles

Fuel system component leaking Back of Engine at Top (7.2.3)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 35,378 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2013 13,149 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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WP62 VFX is a 2013 Seat Altea in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 61,716 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 WP62 VFX, 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 13 years old, this Seat Altea is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WP62 VFX registered?

WP62 VFX is a 2013 Seat Altea, first registered on 24 January 2013.

Is WP62 VFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP62 VFX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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