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GF62 AOM

2012 Seat Altea XL

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

68,799 mi
Last recorded68,799 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Seat Altea XL70,706 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF62 AOM
MakeSeat
ModelAltea XL
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 68,799 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2025 68,772 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2024 62,770 miles

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

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

centre exhaust hanger broken but still supported

Fail 9 Sep 2024 62,677 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 61,682 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (205/55/16) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 60,387 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (205/55/16) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (205/55/16) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (205/55/16) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 54,563 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

nearside lower reflector missing

Pass 24 Sep 2020 49,753 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 47,202 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 40,904 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 33,669 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 33,669 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 29,370 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 21,988 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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GF62 AOM is a 2012 Seat Altea XL in Black 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 GF62 AOM, 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 GF62 AOM registered?

GF62 AOM is a 2012 Seat Altea XL, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is GF62 AOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF62 AOM 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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