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KP62 VKB

2012 Seat Altea XL

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,137 mi
Last recorded61,137 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Altea XL70,706 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP62 VKB
MakeSeat
ModelAltea XL
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 61,137 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 19 Jun 2025 57,584 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 53,589 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2023 49,968 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 46,408 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2022 46,408 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2021 44,506 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2021 44,503 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under tray Likely to become detached

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

Pass 3 Jun 2020 41,511 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 36,099 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 29,453 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 29,453 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 21,699 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 21,664 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 16,182 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

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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KP62 VKB is a 2012 Seat Altea XL in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KP62 VKB, 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 KP62 VKB registered?

KP62 VKB is a 2012 Seat Altea XL, first registered on 20 December 2012.

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