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CV53 NHF

2003 Seat Alhambra

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

196,055 mi
Last recorded196,055 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Seat Alhambra104,360 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV53 NHF
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2016 196,055 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 196,042 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) inappropriately repaired (3.5.1n)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 152,622 miles

Brake pad warning illuminated on dash

Offside Rear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 117,255 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2013 113,297 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 104,484 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 97,929 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2010 90,312 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2009 81,847 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 71,803 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 53,974 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 39,433 miles

both inner drive shaft boots split

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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CV53 NHF is a 2003 Seat Alhambra in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 CV53 NHF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CV53 NHF registered?

CV53 NHF is a 2003 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 29 November 2003.

Is CV53 NHF safe to buy?

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