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BG57 LYW

2007 Seat Alhambra

Black Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

161,548 mi
Last recorded161,548 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2020
Typical for 2007 Seat Alhambra100,045 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG57 LYW
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2020 161,548 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front driveshaft joint gaitor pin hole

Offside Rear tyre tread cracking

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2020 161,534 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively inner joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer cv boot has a pin hole leak

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

Pass 1 May 2019 157,904 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear seats not fitted at time of test

Pass 27 Apr 2018 154,480 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 8 May 2017 151,079 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 151,073 miles

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 135,442 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 106,103 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 93,340 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 78,487 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 63,769 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 63,769 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 57,549 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 57,217 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 57,217 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Oct 2010 50,888 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 42,269 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 27,405 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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BG57 LYW is a 2007 Seat Alhambra in Black with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2007 Seat Alhambra models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 100,045 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 BG57 LYW, 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 19 years old, this Seat Alhambra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BG57 LYW is a 2007 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 16 October 2007.

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