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DE62 FJV

2012 Seat Altea XL

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

83,111 mi
Last recorded83,111 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Seat Altea XL70,706 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE62 FJV
MakeSeat
ModelAltea XL
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 83,111 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 74,366 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 65,427 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 60,695 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 53,432 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 47,547 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 42,536 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 36,259 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 30,427 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 23,915 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 23,915 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 17,743 miles

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

wiper judder

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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DE62 FJV is a 2012 Seat Altea XL in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Seat Altea XL models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 70,706 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 DE62 FJV, 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 14 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 DE62 FJV?

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What year was DE62 FJV registered?

DE62 FJV is a 2012 Seat Altea XL, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is DE62 FJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE62 FJV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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