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YE54 CEU

2005 Seat Altea

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

112,464 mi
Last recorded112,464 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Seat Altea80,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE54 CEU
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2020 112,464 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2019 103,143 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2018 91,952 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 84,848 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 81,681 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2017 81,681 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2016 76,750 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 71,695 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2014 65,381 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2014 65,381 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 59,419 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2012 51,954 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 45,374 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2010 38,411 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 29,623 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 20,212 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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YE54 CEU 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 87.5%.

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 YE54 CEU, 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 YE54 CEU?

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What year was YE54 CEU registered?

YE54 CEU is a 2005 Seat Altea, first registered on 25 January 2005.

Is YE54 CEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE54 CEU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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