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SEAT ATECA2019 · 2.0L Diesel

VL05 MAR

Vehicle Insight Summary

SEAT ATECA (2019, Diesel, 1968cc) — mileage recorded at 69,788. MOT status: not recorded. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.

MOT
Expired
Expires 20/04/2026
Tax
No data
Fuel
Diesel
Year
2019
Engine
1968cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness based on a consistent history of clean MOT passes. The most recent test conducted on April 4 2025 at 69,788 miles resulted in no defects or advisories recorded. This indicates a stable maintenance trend where the previous owners have likely proactively addressed the mechanical and safety requirements of the vehicle to avoid failures during the DVSA testing process. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per annum. Between the May 2022 test at 35,454 miles and the April 2023 test at 51,696 miles, the car covered 16,242 miles, showing a temporary spike in usage. However, usage returned to a more normal level in the intervals between the 2023 and 2025 tests. This pattern suggests regular road use rather than long periods of stagnation, which often leads to fluid degradation or perished seals in rubber components. Since the MOT record shows no structural corrosion, brakerelated issues, or suspension failures, a physical inspection should focus on standard consumable wear at the 70,000-mile mark. A buyer should verify the condition of the brake pads and the thickness of the discs, as the record does not flag binding calipers or uneven wear. Given the mileage, checking the control arm bushes and shock absorber mounts for signs of leaking or cracking is prudent to ensure the suspension geometry remains as sharp as the digital history suggests.

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67
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Public record health check: Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: Apr 15, 2026, 04:56 PM
AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Registered in 2019, this Seat Ateca with plate VL05 MAR has undergone 4 MOT inspections since May 2022.

Across its entire MOT history, this Seat has a 100% success rate (4 passes and 0 fails). Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

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