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SEAT Altea

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 1,896 cc

S8 JTAMOT history

S8 JTA is a grey diesel SEAT Altea first used on 13 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 82,217 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

S8 JTA grey SEAT Altea – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a SEAT Altea, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
82,217 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,705 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 JTA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Altea
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
13 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 JTA was last recorded at 82,217 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 3,238 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,979 miles · 3 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,238 miles
Average per year
4,705 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,217 miles
  • 2025 – 78,979 miles
  • 2024 – 75,475 miles
  • 2023 – 71,876 miles
  • 2022 – 68,479 miles
  • 2021 – 64,993 miles
  • 2020 – 62,147 miles
  • 2019 – 57,326 miles
  • 2018 – 51,402 miles
  • 2017 – 46,986 miles
  • 2016 – 42,378 miles
  • 2015 – 36,359 miles
  • 2014 – 30,376 miles
  • 2013 – 24,652 miles
  • 2012 – 19,097 miles
  • 2011 – 13,257 miles
  • 2010 – 6,794 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,217 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 11 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,217 miles (+3,238)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    82,217 miles
    Test number
    809078797535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass78,979 miles (+142)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    78,979 miles
    Test number
    106571850296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail78,837 miles (+3,362)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,837 miles
    Test number
    867391325064
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass75,475 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    75,475 miles
    Test number
    546138382642
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail75,470 miles (+3,594)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,470 miles
    Test number
    732674082748
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass71,876 miles (+3,397)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    71,876 miles
    Test number
    263683455433
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise tyres wearing on inside edge

  7. Pass68,479 miles (+3,486)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    68,479 miles
    Test number
    872677719994
    • AdvisoryAdvise front tyres wearing on inside edge

  8. Pass64,993 miles (+2,846)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    64,993 miles
    Test number
    702585919693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass62,147 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    62,147 miles
    Test number
    332503802633
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail62,141 miles (+4,815)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,141 miles
    Test number
    205038643065
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass57,326 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    57,326 miles
    Test number
    113262115705
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail57,319 miles (+5,917)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,319 miles
    Test number
    300898305578
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass51,402 miles (+4,416)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    51,402 miles
    Test number
    490385580354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass46,986 miles (+4,608)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    46,986 miles
    Test number
    488197101456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,378 miles (+6,019)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    42,378 miles
    Test number
    332354097042
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Pass36,359 miles (+5,983)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    36,359 miles
    Test number
    259111425066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass30,376 miles (+5,724)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    30,376 miles
    Test number
    205620024065
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass24,652 miles (+5,555)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    24,652 miles
    Test number
    846035133036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail19,097 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,097 miles
    Test number
    176515432022
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

  20. Pass19,097 miles (+5,840)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    19,097 miles
    Test number
    888325232047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass13,257 miles (+6,463)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    13,257 miles
    Test number
    667510911060
    • NoteO/s/f tyer getting low

  22. Pass6,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    6,794 miles
    Test number
    201501510009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail6,794 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,794 miles
    Test number
    191221210074
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about S8 JTA

Does S8 JTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 JTA is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 JTA?
The MOT on S8 JTA is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 JTA done?
S8 JTA was recorded at 82,217 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 4,705 miles a year.
Has S8 JTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 JTA has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on S8 JTA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S8 JTA find?
S8 JTA passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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