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BX02 LYG

2002 Seat Alhambra

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

166,567 mi
Last recorded166,567 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2013
Typical for 2002 Seat Alhambra105,771 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX02 LYG
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2013 166,567 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 146,159 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 142,122 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 137,402 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 115,126 miles

Front tyres worn to 3 to 4 mm

Pass 8 Aug 2007 96,812 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 96,812 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Spare tyre defective

front brake pads worn to 3 mm

Pass 25 May 2006 78,895 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2005 56,266 miles
Pass 11 May 2005 55,950 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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BX02 LYG is a 2002 Seat Alhambra in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2002 Seat Alhambra models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 105,771 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 BX02 LYG, 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 24 years old, this Seat Alhambra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BX02 LYG registered?

BX02 LYG is a 2002 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 17 May 2002.

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