2005 SEAT Altea 1.9L Diesel · AJ55 AET

The 2005 SEAT ALTEA with 180,109 miles passed its most recent MOT on 2025‑04‑24 with no defects recorded, confirming current roadworthiness. The preceding failure on 2025‑04‑23 carried no defects, suggesting an administrative hold rather than a mechanical fault, and the series of passes from 2022 through 2025 reveals a stable maintenance record. Mileage accumulation averages about 8,577 miles per year, typical for a 21‑year‑old vehicle, yet the recorded jumps — 15,479 miles between April 2022 and April 2023, followed by a 6,000‑mile increase by April 2024 and a further 9,997‑mile rise by April 2025 — indicate periods of heavier use or extended storage that may have accelerated wear on consumables. A buyer should therefore inspect suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking or loss of damping, examine brake discs and calipers for scoring, binding or uneven wear, and check the exhaust system for rust or failed emissions. Structural rust on the chassis, wheel arches and under‑body welds also warrants close attention, as these can compromise integrity even when previous tests listed no defects. Overall, the vehicle shows no glaring mechanical deficiencies in its recent history, but the age and mileage profile merit a thorough in‑person evaluation of the items listed, ensuring that hidden wear or corrosion has not developed since the last MOT.