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AU03 AOJ

2003 Seat Alhambra

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

211,914 mi
Last recorded211,914 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Seat Alhambra104,360 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 AOJ
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2015 211,914 miles

undertrays and engine covers

Fail 19 Sep 2015 211,914 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

undertrays and engine covers

Pass 26 Aug 2014 208,820 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2013 202,079 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 184,921 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 184,921 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 174,338 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2009 153,673 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jun 2009 153,673 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 134,599 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 117,052 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 93,864 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Alhambra?

Based on 690,916 MOT tests across 54,940 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
8,856
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
54,940
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 23,231
position lamp(s) not working 19,188
Brake pipe excessively corroded 17,203
Stop lamp not working 12,864
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 12,359
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AU03 AOJ is a 2003 Seat Alhambra in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Seat Alhambra models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 104,360 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Alhambra fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 23,231 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU03 AOJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Alhambra typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Seat Alhambra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU03 AOJ registered?

AU03 AOJ is a 2003 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is AU03 AOJ safe to buy?

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