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2017 SEAT ATECA1.4L Petrol

BW17 ABV

Vehicle Insight Summary

2017 SEAT ATECA — Petrol, 1395cc. This vehicle has 87,275 miles on record. MOT status: valid. Tax: not taxed. Review the complete history and specs.

MOT
Valid
Expires 02/04/2027
Tax
No data
Fuel
Petrol
Year
2017
Engine
1395cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The 2017 SEAT ATECA demonstrates stable roadworthiness with no defects recorded in its most recent MOT on 2026-03-30 at 87,275 miles. The vehicle passed all prior tests, including a 2025-04-03 inspection at 82,184 miles, though a failure on 2025-03-27 at the same mileage suggests a potential administrative error or minor issue resolved before the subsequent pass. No structural, braking, or emission concerns were noted in the latest test, indicating consistent maintenance. The vehicle’s mileage of 87,275 miles over nine years aligns with average annual usage of ~9,697 miles, reflecting moderate wear. A gap of 8,101 miles between the 2024-07-04 test (74,083 miles) and 2025-04-03 test (82,184 miles) suggests intermittent use, while the rapid accumulation of 16,054 miles between 2023-07-04 (58,029 miles) and 2024-07-04 (74,083 miles) implies heavier driving periods. No significant anomalies in wear patterns are evident from the record, though the lack of detailed defect reports limits deeper analysis. A buyer should verify the condition of suspension components, as unrecorded bush wear or coil spring fatigue could affect handling. The absence of brake-related issues in MOTs does not preclude inspection of calipers, discs, or pedal feel for binding or uneven wear. Structural integrity remains unchallenged by the data, but visual checks for corrosion around wheel arches or underbody panels are advisable, given the vehicle’s age and exposure to UK weather. No urgent mechanical risks are indicated, but a pre-purchase inspection should confirm the absence of hidden faults.

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✓ Valid MOT
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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 16:56
AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 2017 Seat Ateca (BW17 ABV) has a recorded MOT history spanning from July 2023 to March 2026, with 5 MOT tests on record.

With 4 passes and 1 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 80%. This consistent performance at MOT centers suggests this vehicle has been kept in good order.

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