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DA62 XSZ

2013 Seat Altea XL

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

94,596 mi
Last recorded94,596 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Seat Altea XL62,388 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA62 XSZ
MakeSeat
ModelAltea XL
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 94,596 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 81,199 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 72,438 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 70,175 miles

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 1 Feb 2022 63,100 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 55,208 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded at joint to O/S/R (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 23 Jan 2021 55,208 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall 205/55R16 91v (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55R16 91v (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55R16 91v (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded at joint to O/S/R (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55R16 91v (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2020 49,394 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 43,502 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 40,867 miles

Under trays fitted to vehicle

Pass 18 Jan 2017 36,555 miles

Under trays fitted to vehicle

Pass 13 Jan 2016 26,991 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2016 26,991 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

How Reliable is the Seat Altea XL?

Based on 34,433 MOT tests across 2,269 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
7,555
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
2,269
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 618
coil spring broken 400
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 315
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 261
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 253
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DA62 XSZ is a 2013 Seat Altea XL in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2013 Seat Altea XL models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 62,388 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Altea XL fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 618 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DA62 XSZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Altea XL typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 13 years old, this Seat Altea XL is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DA62 XSZ?

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What year was DA62 XSZ registered?

DA62 XSZ is a 2013 Seat Altea XL, first registered on 4 February 2013.

Is DA62 XSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA62 XSZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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