2013 SEAT Altea 1.6L Diesel · FH13 OKR

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward minor component degradation after several clean inspections. The most recent test on 13 March 2026 at 60,809 miles passed but identified a minor binding offside rear service brake and a perished nearside rear tyre. These issues follow a three-year period of perfection between 2022 and 2025, suggesting that age-related wear is now manifesting despite the low mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a thirteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,680 miles per year. There is a notable gap in usage between February 2022 and February 2023, where the car covered only 1,640 miles in twelve months. However, usage increased significantly between early 2023 and 2026, covering nearly 30,000 miles in three years. This shift in driving patterns often accelerates wear on rubber components and braking systems, which aligns with the recent appearance of the binding caliper and tyre cracking. A buyer should inspect the front suspension geometry, as the record shows a history of inner tyre wear dating back to 2017. While the vehicle has passed without structural failures, the recurring tyre wear issues suggest potential alignment problems or worn bushes. The 2026 report of a binding rear brake requires a physical check of the caliper piston and slide pins to ensure they are not seized from sitting periods. Given the low mileage and age of the car, also check for perished rubber hoses and dry seals, as these components degrade when a vehicle sits stationary for extended periods.