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FG09 ZCE

2009 Seat Altea XL

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

117,709 mi
Last recorded117,709 miles
Recorded on28 May 2012
Typical for 2009 Seat Altea XL81,319 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG09 ZCE
MakeSeat
ModelAltea XL
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2012 117,709 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 117,211 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Engine oil level low.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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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FG09 ZCE is a 2009 Seat Altea XL in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2009 Seat Altea XL models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 81,319 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 FG09 ZCE, 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 17 years old, this Seat Altea XL is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FG09 ZCE registered?

FG09 ZCE is a 2009 Seat Altea XL, first registered on 28 May 2009.

Is FG09 ZCE safe to buy?

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