2006 SEAT Altea 2.0L Diesel · EJ56 XRA
2006 SEAT Altea (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Nov 2006. Recorded mileage 115,590 miles. MOT expired on 16 Nov 2017.
- Make & Model
- SEAT ALTEA
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 16 Nov 2017
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (30 Nov 2016)
- Recorded Mileage
- 115,590 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EJ56 XRA Key Findings
- 13 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/10/2016
- 115,590 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EJ56 XRA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
13 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Seat Altea (EJ56 XRA) between July 2009 and October 2016.
The record contains 8 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 31 October 2016 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress o”; “Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)”; “Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)”.
EJ56 XRA Mileage History
- 10/07/200924,292 mi
- 16/07/200924,296 mi+4 mi
- 20/07/201040,151 mi+15,855 mi
- 21/07/201040,292 mi+141 mi
- 22/07/201162,539 mi+22,247 mi
- 16/01/201266,113 mi+3,574 mi
- 22/02/201380,482 mi+14,369 mi
- 02/03/201380,482 mi
- 31/03/201490,322 mi+9,840 mi
- 03/04/201490,322 mi
- 12/11/2015107,931 mi+17,609 mi
- 17/11/2015107,931 mi
- 31/10/2016115,590 mi+7,659 mi
Average of roughly 12,489 miles per year across 13 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for SEAT SEAT Altea
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: SEAT ALTEA
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Front Coil Spring Fracture and CV Boot Deterioration(Moderate)
Due to the Altea taller center of gravity and firm UK-tuned suspension, front road coil springs endure substantial shock loads on broken pavement and traffic calming humps. The bottom pigtail coils are prone to corrosion and snapping. Concurrently, the constant velocity CV joint rubber boots frequently split or become insecure, allowing grease to fling out and road grit to enter, destroying the joint. MOT data highlights spring fractures and split CV boots as primary failure items on UK Alteas.
- Dual-Mass Flywheel Fatigue and Vibration(Serious)
The dual-mass flywheel DMF fitted to manual and DSG diesel Alhambras and Alteas dampens engine torsional vibrations, but internal springs and friction rings wear out under urban stop-start driving and high mileage. Worn DMFs develop excessive rotational play, resulting in severe shuddering through the clutch pedal and cabin at idle, accompanied by a metallic clattering noise. Left untreated, a failing flywheel can disintegrate, damaging the gearbox bellhousing or causing clutch failure.
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- Front Coil Spring Fracture and CV Boot DeteriorationModerate
Due to the Altea taller center of gravity and firm UK-tuned suspension, front road coil springs endure substantial shock loads on broken pavement and traffic calming humps. The bottom pigtail coils are prone to corrosion and snapping. Concurrently, the constant velocity CV joint rubber boots frequently split or become insecure, allowing grease to fling out and road grit to enter, destroying the joint. MOT data highlights spring fractures and split CV boots as primary failure items on UK Alteas.
- Dual-Mass Flywheel Fatigue and VibrationSerious
The dual-mass flywheel DMF fitted to manual and DSG diesel Alhambras and Alteas dampens engine torsional vibrations, but internal springs and friction rings wear out under urban stop-start driving and high mileage. Worn DMFs develop excessive rotational play, resulting in severe shuddering through the clutch pedal and cabin at idle, accompanied by a metallic clattering noise. Left untreated, a failing flywheel can disintegrate, damaging the gearbox bellhousing or causing clutch failure.
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