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FL62 CVG

2012 Seat Altea XL

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

112,303 mi
Last recorded112,303 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Seat Altea XL70,706 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL62 CVG
MakeSeat
ModelAltea XL
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 112,303 miles

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

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 107,944 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jul 2024 107,942 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 103,646 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2023 103,646 miles

Central Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 99,068 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 95,288 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 91,423 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2020 91,403 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 84,352 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2018 74,691 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 62,523 miles

Nearside wiper smearing

Rear tyres worn on inner edge

undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2016 51,076 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 39,079 miles

Undertrays fitted

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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FL62 CVG is a 2012 Seat Altea XL in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FL62 CVG, 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 FL62 CVG registered?

FL62 CVG is a 2012 Seat Altea XL, first registered on 15 September 2012.

Is FL62 CVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL62 CVG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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