2018 SEAT Ateca 2.0L Petrol · WD18 WTM
2018 SEAT Ateca (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2018. Recorded mileage 72,790 miles. MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- SEAT ATECA
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,790 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WD18 WTM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/06/2026
- 72,790 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WD18 WTM 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 (WD18 WTM) between July 2022 and June 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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.
WD18 WTM Mileage History
- 07/07/202233,962 mi
- 06/07/202345,219 mi+11,257 mi
- 03/07/202455,392 mi+10,173 mi
- 02/07/202564,422 mi+9,030 mi
- 26/06/202672,790 mi+8,368 mi
Average of roughly 9,780 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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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