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PJ12 FFE

2012 Seat Altea XL

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,144 mi
Last recorded99,144 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2020
Typical for 2012 Seat Altea XL70,706 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ12 FFE
MakeSeat
ModelAltea XL
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2020 99,144 miles

front disc pitted

under tray fitted to the car .

Pass 10 Aug 2019 79,065 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2019 79,065 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jul 2018 71,920 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 66,287 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake discs slight scoring

Rear exhaust bracket insecure

Pass 18 May 2016 54,148 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 42,655 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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PJ12 FFE is a 2012 Seat Altea XL in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PJ12 FFE, 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.

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What year was PJ12 FFE registered?

PJ12 FFE is a 2012 Seat Altea XL, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is PJ12 FFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ12 FFE shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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