2018 SEAT Ateca 1.6L Diesel · LS18 HEU
2018 SEAT Ateca (1.6L, diesel). First registered 11/05/2018. Recorded mileage 96,443 miles. MOT valid until 12/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- SEAT ATECA
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 96,443 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2018
- Engine
- 1598cc
LS18 HEU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/02/2026
- 96,443 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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.
LS18 HEU Mileage History
- 20/01/202373,038 mi
- 13/02/202373,046 mi+8 mi
- 09/02/202480,531 mi+7,485 mi
- 13/02/202589,543 mi+9,012 mi
- 10/02/202696,443 mi+6,900 mi
Average of roughly 7,652 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LS18 HEU MOT History
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 2018 Seat Ateca (LS18 HEU) between January 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 10 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: SEAT ATECA
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Haldex Pump Failure (4Drive)(Moderate)
Lack of servicing leads to the filter clogging and the pump burning out, resulting in FWD only.
- 1.5 TSI "Kangarooing"(Moderate)
The engine can hesitate or "hop" when pulling away cold, a known software mapping issue.
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