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BV62 LNK

2012 Seat Alhambra

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

157,791 mi
Last recorded157,791 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Alhambra82,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV62 LNK
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 157,791 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Jul 2026 157,791 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2025 154,678 miles

Central Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 150,594 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 141,691 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2023 141,651 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 128,741 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 119,755 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 116,508 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 110,991 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 103,438 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 92,128 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 80,617 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 106,078 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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BV62 LNK is a 2012 Seat Alhambra in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Seat Alhambra models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 82,551 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 BV62 LNK, 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 14 years old, this Seat Alhambra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BV62 LNK registered?

BV62 LNK is a 2012 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 5 September 2012.

Is BV62 LNK safe to buy?

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