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KS09 XEK

2009 Seat Exeo

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

191,267 mi
Last recorded191,267 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Seat Exeo95,262 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS09 XEK
MakeSeat
ModelExeo
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 191,267 miles

All under trays fitted

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

Fail 8 Nov 2025 191,267 miles

All under trays fitted

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2024 180,230 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2023 170,436 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both nsf and osf (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both nsf and osf (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

covers on sills

undertray fitted

Pass 21 Nov 2022 162,674 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 148,505 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2021 148,505 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 134,909 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 131,360 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 120,657 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 111,022 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit & Offside (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 101,826 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin & offside (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2016 95,676 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 86,889 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2015 86,836 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 77,280 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jun 2012 51,141 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2012 51,141 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the Seat Exeo?

Based on 105,166 MOT tests across 8,155 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
8,738
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
8,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,618
coil spring broken 698
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 615
position lamp(s) not working 590
Registration plate lamp not working 534
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KS09 XEK is a 2009 Seat Exeo in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Seat Exeo models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 95,262 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 Exeo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,618 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KS09 XEK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Exeo typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Seat Exeo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KS09 XEK registered?

KS09 XEK is a 2009 Seat Exeo, first registered on 15 July 2009.

Is KS09 XEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS09 XEK shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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