2004 SEAT Altea 2.0L Diesel · J50 DLB
2004 SEAT Altea (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Oct 2004. Recorded mileage 48,413 miles. MOT expired on 08 Aug 2015. Currently declared SORN. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- SEAT ALTEA
- Year / Origin
- 2004
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Aug 2015
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,413 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
J50 DLB Key Findings
- 10 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 23/07/2014
- 48,413 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
J50 DLB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
10 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Seat Altea (J50 DLB) between October 2007 and July 2014.
The record contains 8 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 July 2014 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)”; “Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)”; “Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)”.
J50 DLB Mileage History
- 24/10/200719,449 mi
- 25/06/200823,098 mi+3,649 mi
- 23/06/200928,515 mi+5,417 mi
- 14/06/201034,506 mi+5,991 mi
- 08/08/201139,501 mi+4,995 mi
- 09/08/201139,512 mi+11 mi
- 27/07/201243,997 mi+4,485 mi
- 17/07/201348,054 mi+4,057 mi
- 22/07/201448,388 mi+334 mi
- 23/07/201448,413 mi+25 mi
Average of roughly 4,294 miles per year across 10 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: Poor
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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