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YU04 BNK

2004 Seat Altea

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

146,113 mi
Last recorded146,113 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 Seat Altea80,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU04 BNK
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2017 146,113 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

fuel flap broken

tow bar wiring mount bracket corroded away

Fail 4 Aug 2017 146,113 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

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

fuel flap broken

tow bar wiring mount bracket corroded away

Pass 29 Jul 2016 133,354 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 133,354 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 124,860 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 117,401 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 117,401 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 109,705 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 101,925 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nail in nearside front tyre

o/s rear tyre slightly out of shape inner edge

Pass 8 Aug 2011 95,477 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 78,115 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Aug 2009 63,973 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 51,496 miles

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)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 39,055 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 38,974 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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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YU04 BNK is a 2004 Seat Altea in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2004 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 80,520 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 YU04 BNK, 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 22 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 YU04 BNK?

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What year was YU04 BNK registered?

YU04 BNK is a 2004 Seat Altea, first registered on 31 July 2004.

Is YU04 BNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU04 BNK shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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