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OU54 HDC

2004 Seat Altea XL

Grey Diesel 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

105,980 mi
Last recorded105,980 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU54 HDC
MakeSeat
ModelAltea XL
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2013 105,980 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 94,288 miles

all tyres close to limmit

Pass 30 Sep 2011 79,860 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 79,853 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 73,157 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 60,921 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 47,628 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 35,283 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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OU54 HDC is a 2004 Seat Altea XL in Grey with a 1,595cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OU54 HDC, 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 22 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 OU54 HDC registered?

OU54 HDC is a 2004 Seat Altea XL, first registered on 25 October 2004.

Is OU54 HDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU54 HDC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OU54 HDC have outstanding finance?

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