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YR62 DZP

2012 Seat Altea

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

132,590 mi
Last recorded132,590 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 Seat Altea66,675 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR62 DZP
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2023 132,590 miles

Both headlights lenses cloudy

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 24 Nov 2022 115,095 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2022 115,089 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 100,905 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 24 Nov 2020 89,681 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 83,561 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 75,144 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 67,165 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Engine covers fitted

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

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

Tyre size 205/55r16 91v

Under trays fitted

Fail 11 Sep 2017 67,165 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Engine covers fitted

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Tyre size 205/55r16 91v

Under trays fitted

Pass 16 Aug 2016 54,733 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 40,757 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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YR62 DZP is a 2012 Seat Altea in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2012 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 66,675 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 YR62 DZP, 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 14 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 YR62 DZP registered?

YR62 DZP is a 2012 Seat Altea, first registered on 7 September 2012.

Is YR62 DZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR62 DZP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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