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DK57 YBF

2007 Seat Altea XL

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

170,159 mi
Last recorded170,159 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2021
Typical for 2007 Seat Altea XL83,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK57 YBF
MakeSeat
ModelAltea XL
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2021 170,159 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2021 170,159 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn bush completely split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 145,308 miles

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 125,131 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall damaged - (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Dec 2019 125,131 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall damaged - (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall split exposing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall split exposing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 120,229 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2019 120,229 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 118,922 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 117,305 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 113,786 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 109,614 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 104,043 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2014 104,043 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 2 Jan 2013 99,589 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 99,589 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 93,814 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 87,090 miles

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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DK57 YBF is a 2007 Seat Altea XL in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2007 Seat Altea XL models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 83,224 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 XL fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 618 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK57 YBF, 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 19 years old, this Seat Altea XL is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK57 YBF registered?

DK57 YBF is a 2007 Seat Altea XL, first registered on 1 September 2007.

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