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2018 SEAT Ateca 2.0L Petrol · BL18 DLN

BL18 DLN

2018 SEAT Ateca (2.0L, petrol). First registered 31 May 2018. Recorded mileage 59,836 miles. MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027.

Make & Model
SEAT ATECA
Year / Origin
2018 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 28 Apr 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
59,836 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.0L
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MOT Status
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Valid until 28 Apr 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
1984cc
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BL18 DLN Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 30/04/2026
  • 59,836 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

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BL18 DLN MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 25 Oct 2026, 13:41
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Seat Ateca (BL18 DLN) between May 2022 and April 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 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.

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BL18 DLN Mileage History

  1. 03/05/202238,971 mi
  2. 02/05/202343,814 mi+4,843 mi
  3. 07/05/202447,720 mi+3,906 mi
  4. 06/05/202554,146 mi+6,426 mi
  5. 30/04/202659,836 mi+5,690 mi

Average of roughly 5,227 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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2018 Common Problems
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
88
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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