2008 SEAT Altea 1.9L Diesel · FE08 ANX

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, maintaining a clean pass record over the last three years. Following a failure in September 2021 at 94,043 miles, the car has cleared three consecutive annual tests with no defects recorded. The most recent test conducted in September 2024 at 112,817 miles suggests that the previous owner has addressed any mechanical concerns and maintained a consistent inspection standard. The mileage accumulation is consistent with low-use patterns for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,268 miles per year. Between September 2023 and September 2024, the car covered 5,261 miles, while the interval between 2022 and 2023 saw 5,226 miles. This steady, low-intensity usage typically reduces the stress on the drivetrain and engine components, though the age of the vehicle increases the likelihood of degradation in rubber-based parts rather than high-mileage wear. While the digital record shows no recurring mechanical advisories, a physical inspection should focus on components prone to age-related failure regardless of low mileage. A buyer must check the suspension bushes for perished rubber and inspect the coil springs for corrosion or fractures, as these are common failure points on this platform. Given the vehicle's age, examining the brake calipers for seizing and checking the exhaust mounting points for structural rust is essential to ensure the clean MOT history has not masked underlying degradation between tests.