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2017 SEAT Ateca 1.4L Petrol · BW17 ABV

BW17 ABV

2017 SEAT Ateca (1.4L, petrol). First registered 14/07/2017. Recorded mileage 87,275 miles. MOT valid until 01/04/2027.

Make & Model
SEAT ATECA
Year / Origin
2017 · Birmingham
MOT Status
Valid until 01/04/2027
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
87,275 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 01/04/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2017
Engine
1395cc
Mechanical Assessment

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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.

BW17 ABV Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 30/03/2026
  • 87,275 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
63
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently
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Reliability & Known Issues

Known faults for SEAT SEAT Ateca

Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.

BW17 ABV Mileage History

  1. 04/07/202358,029 mi
  2. 04/07/202474,083 mi+16,054 mi
  3. 27/03/202582,184 mi+8,101 mi
  4. 03/04/202582,184 mi
  5. 30/03/202687,275 mi+5,091 mi

Average of roughly 10,682 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

BW17 ABV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 14 Sept 2026, 11:03
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Seat Ateca (BW17 ABV) between July 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 30 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 9 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: “Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”.

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