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AY08 KJK

2008 Seat Alhambra

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2016
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

152,544 mi
Last recorded152,544 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2015
Typical for 2008 Seat Alhambra101,087 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 KJK
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Fail 24 Aug 2015 152,544 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Statutory seat belt of the wrong type. (5.1.1)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 152,544 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 27 Aug 2014 141,194 miles

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

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

Nearside rear tyre deteriated

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 141,194 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre deteriated

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 124,250 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2014 124,250 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 107,059 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 106,922 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 96,365 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 80,363 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 80,363 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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AY08 KJK is a 2008 Seat Alhambra in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2008 Seat Alhambra models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 101,087 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AY08 KJK, 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 18 years old, this Seat Alhambra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY08 KJK registered?

AY08 KJK is a 2008 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 25 April 2008.

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