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DY62 VLT

2012 Seat Altea XL

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

83,753 mi
Last recorded83,753 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 Seat Altea XL70,706 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY62 VLT
MakeSeat
ModelAltea XL
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2022 83,753 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2022 83,753 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 76,205 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 66,219 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 57,771 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front tyre wearing heavily on inside edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Dec 2018 50,433 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2017 43,740 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Dec 2016 38,574 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 26,530 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 22,029 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 VLT is a 2012 Seat Altea XL in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VLT, 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 DY62 VLT?

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What year was DY62 VLT registered?

DY62 VLT is a 2012 Seat Altea XL, first registered on 21 September 2012.

Is DY62 VLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY62 VLT shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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