2010 SEAT Altea 2.0L Diesel · KT10 ADV

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, having passed its most recent MOT on 31 October 2025 at 152,952 miles. While the record shows a failure exactly one day prior at just two miles lower, the lack of recorded defects on that failure suggests either an administrative error or a minor issue that was immediately rectified without leaving a documented mechanical trail. The consistent passing without advisories across the last three tests indicates that the vehicle is currently being maintained to a standard that avoids the accumulation of structural or mechanical degradation. At 16 years old, the recorded mileage of 152,952 miles reflects an annual average of approximately 9,560 miles, which aligns closely with UK national averages for a hatchback. The data shows consistent usage, with 6,400 miles covered between November 2023 and October 2024, and another 6,722 miles covered between October 2024 and October 2025. This regularity suggests regular mechanical use rather than long periods of standing, which is generally beneficial for seals, gaskets, and battery health. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the high-wear components typical of a high-mileage SEAT of this era. Although the MOT history lacks advisories, the mileage necessitates a thorough check of the control arm bushes and coil springs for stress fractures, as these often perish before triggering an MOT failure. Given the age, inspect the brake discs for thinning and the calipers for signs of binding, while also checking the underside for surface corrosion on the structural mounting points that may not have yet reached a failure threshold.