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BU53 CFX

2003 Seat Alhambra

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

193,885 mi
Last recorded193,885 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Seat Alhambra104,360 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 CFX
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2020 193,885 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 May 2019 185,594 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 177,308 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 168,365 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 168,255 miles

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Both front (2.4.A.3)

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2016 159,079 miles
Fail 21 May 2016 159,079 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Pass 29 May 2015 148,505 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

all brake pipes greased

Pass 20 May 2014 138,685 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 127,811 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 119,439 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 110,595 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 102,339 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 93,446 miles

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

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

child seats fitted to o/s/r & centre seats

Pass 24 May 2008 85,159 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 78,347 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2006 71,480 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 71,451 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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BU53 CFX is a 2003 Seat Alhambra in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BU53 CFX, 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.

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What year was BU53 CFX registered?

BU53 CFX is a 2003 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is BU53 CFX safe to buy?

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