2008 SEAT Altea 1.9L Diesel · OV08 BXA

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passing MOT examinations. The most recent test on 22 April 2025 at 132,610 miles passed with no defects recorded, following a failure just five days prior at 132,508 miles. This sequence suggests a minor issue was identified and immediately rectified by the owner, indicating a proactive approach to maintaining compliance and a commitment to ensuring the vehicle remains legal for the road. At 132,610 miles over 18 years, the Altea averages approximately 7,367 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a family hatchback of this age. The data shows steady mileage accumulation, notably with roughly 8,000 miles covered between January 2023 and March 2024, and another 14,000 miles recorded between March 2024 and April 2025. This recent use pattern suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of inactivity, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components and seized brake-related parts. While the record is currently clean of recurring advisories, the buyer must perform a physical inspection focusing on age-related wear that the MOT cannot predict. Given the vehicle's age, close attention should be paid to structural corrosion on the sills, rear arches, and suspension mounting points. The buyer should also check the condition of the suspension bushes and shock absorbers for signs of leaking, as these are common points of failure on vehicles of this mileage and era despite a clean MOT history.