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DA54 VYV

2005 Seat Alhambra

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

126,343 mi
Last recorded126,343 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2015
Typical for 2005 Seat Alhambra106,114 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA54 VYV
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2015 126,343 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jan 2014 113,788 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Jan 2014 113,788 miles

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

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Oil leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pad warning lamp on

Pass 21 Dec 2012

all brake disks are lipped/ pads ok

both front inner driveshaft boots are split

wiper blades smear the screen slightly

Pass 30 Dec 2011 89,674 miles

both rear tyres are getting low on tread

Pass 6 Jan 2011 76,046 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 6 Jan 2011 76,046 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 13 Jan 2010 64,857 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2010 64,857 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

os inner cv gaiter is splitt

Pass 5 Jan 2009 51,161 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 38,917 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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DA54 VYV is a 2005 Seat Alhambra in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Seat Alhambra models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 106,114 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 DA54 VYV, 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 21 years old, this Seat Alhambra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DA54 VYV registered?

DA54 VYV is a 2005 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 7 January 2005.

Is DA54 VYV safe to buy?

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