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AO61 MSU

2012 Seat Altea

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

137,202 mi
Last recorded137,202 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Altea66,675 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO61 MSU
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 137,202 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 126,241 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2024 126,241 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235 45 17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Apr 2024 121,655 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2024 121,655 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Apr 2023 114,775 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f and both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Mar 2023 114,536 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 108,556 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 100,326 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2020 90,353 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2020 90,353 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 73,760 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 56,339 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2018 56,339 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 42,803 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 42,798 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 33,113 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 23,245 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 12 Jan 2015 23,245 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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AO61 MSU is a 2012 Seat Altea in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO61 MSU, 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 AO61 MSU registered?

AO61 MSU is a 2012 Seat Altea, first registered on 20 February 2012.

Is AO61 MSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO61 MSU shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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