2008 SEAT Altea 1.9L Diesel · LT58 VZM
2008 SEAT Altea (1.9L, diesel). First registered 29 Sept 2008. Recorded mileage 186,107 miles. MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- SEAT ALTEA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 186,107 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
LT58 VZM Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 21/08/2026
- 186,107 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LT58 VZM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Seat Altea (LT58 VZM) between September 2011 and August 2026.
The record contains 16 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 21 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (13 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 42 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: “Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)”; “Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)”.
LT58 VZM Mileage History
- 23/09/201156,012 mi
- 28/09/201275,734 mi+19,722 mi
- 27/09/201396,504 mi+20,770 mi
- 27/09/201396,504 mi
- 30/08/2014102,756 mi+6,252 mi
- 30/08/2014102,756 mi
- 26/08/2015109,377 mi+6,621 mi
- 17/08/2016115,020 mi+5,643 mi
- 04/08/2017122,088 mi+7,068 mi
- 04/08/2018131,699 mi+9,611 mi
- 05/08/2019142,141 mi+10,442 mi
- 05/08/2020152,896 mi+10,755 mi
- 14/08/2021165,746 mi+12,850 mi
- 01/08/2022170,204 mi+4,458 mi
- 23/08/2023173,090 mi+2,886 mi
- 07/08/2024177,478 mi+4,388 mi
- 20/08/2025182,261 mi+4,783 mi
- 21/08/2026186,107 mi+3,846 mi
- 21/08/2026186,107 mi
Average of roughly 8,725 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for SEAT SEAT Altea
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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Common Problems: SEAT ALTEA
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Front Coil Spring Fracture and CV Boot Deterioration(Moderate)
Due to the Altea taller center of gravity and firm UK-tuned suspension, front road coil springs endure substantial shock loads on broken pavement and traffic calming humps. The bottom pigtail coils are prone to corrosion and snapping. Concurrently, the constant velocity CV joint rubber boots frequently split or become insecure, allowing grease to fling out and road grit to enter, destroying the joint. MOT data highlights spring fractures and split CV boots as primary failure items on UK Alteas.
- Dual-Mass Flywheel Fatigue and Vibration(Serious)
The dual-mass flywheel DMF fitted to manual and DSG diesel Alhambras and Alteas dampens engine torsional vibrations, but internal springs and friction rings wear out under urban stop-start driving and high mileage. Worn DMFs develop excessive rotational play, resulting in severe shuddering through the clutch pedal and cabin at idle, accompanied by a metallic clattering noise. Left untreated, a failing flywheel can disintegrate, damaging the gearbox bellhousing or causing clutch failure.
- Takata Driver Airbag Inflator Degradation(Serious)
Certain SEAT Altea models produced between 2008 and 2015 were equipped with driver front airbags manufactured by Takata. Over time, exposure to environmental moisture and temperature fluctuations causes the propellant wafers inside the gas generator housing to degrade. In the event of an accident triggering airbag deployment, the inflator housing can rupture violently, ejecting sharp metal fragments into the vehicle cabin and posing severe injury risks to occupants. This is covered under major UK safety recalls including DVSA R/2024/160, R/2024/285, and R/2025/348.
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- Front Coil Spring Fracture and CV Boot DeteriorationModerate
Due to the Altea taller center of gravity and firm UK-tuned suspension, front road coil springs endure substantial shock loads on broken pavement and traffic calming humps. The bottom pigtail coils are prone to corrosion and snapping. Concurrently, the constant velocity CV joint rubber boots frequently split or become insecure, allowing grease to fling out and road grit to enter, destroying the joint. MOT data highlights spring fractures and split CV boots as primary failure items on UK Alteas.
- Dual-Mass Flywheel Fatigue and VibrationSerious
The dual-mass flywheel DMF fitted to manual and DSG diesel Alhambras and Alteas dampens engine torsional vibrations, but internal springs and friction rings wear out under urban stop-start driving and high mileage. Worn DMFs develop excessive rotational play, resulting in severe shuddering through the clutch pedal and cabin at idle, accompanied by a metallic clattering noise. Left untreated, a failing flywheel can disintegrate, damaging the gearbox bellhousing or causing clutch failure.
- Takata Driver Airbag Inflator DegradationSerious
Certain SEAT Altea models produced between 2008 and 2015 were equipped with driver front airbags manufactured by Takata. Over time, exposure to environmental moisture and temperature fluctuations causes the propellant wafers inside the gas generator housing to degrade. In the event of an accident triggering airbag deployment, the inflator housing can rupture violently, ejecting sharp metal fragments into the vehicle cabin and posing severe injury risks to occupants. This is covered under major UK safety recalls including DVSA R/2024/160, R/2024/285, and R/2025/348.
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