2007 SEAT Altea 1.6L Petrol · PX07 UKU
2007 SEAT Altea (1.6L, petrol). First registered 03 Mar 2007. Recorded mileage 121,427 miles. MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- SEAT ALTEA
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Carlisle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 23 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 121,427 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PX07 UKU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/10/2025
- 121,427 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PX07 UKU 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 2007 Seat Altea (PX07 UKU) between September 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
PX07 UKU Mileage History
- 06/09/2023114,565 mi
- 23/10/2024119,098 mi+4,533 mi
- 24/10/2024119,100 mi+2 mi
- 21/10/2025121,427 mi+2,327 mi
- 21/10/2025121,427 mi
Average of roughly 3,230 miles per year across 5 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: Below Average
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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.
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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.
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