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DY62 NWP

2012 Seat Altea XL

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,075 mi
Last recorded115,075 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Altea XL70,706 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY62 NWP
MakeSeat
ModelAltea XL
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 Feb 2026 115,075 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 104,778 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2024 93,671 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 79,885 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Feb 2022 69,644 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 58,217 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 48,863 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 36,196 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 34,625 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 27,922 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 22,017 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 17,156 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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DY62 NWP is a 2012 Seat Altea XL in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DY62 NWP, 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

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What year was DY62 NWP registered?

DY62 NWP is a 2012 Seat Altea XL, first registered on 17 September 2012.

Is DY62 NWP safe to buy?

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