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DF16 LWU

2016 Seat Alhambra

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

64,585 mi
Last recorded64,585 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Seat Alhambra65,171 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF16 LWU
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 64,585 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement compliance bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement compliance bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 56,242 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 47,139 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 19 Jan 2024 47,139 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 44,538 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2022 34,121 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 22,066 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre too close to edge(non repairable) ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge (close to canvas)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge (close to canvas) 225x50x17

Pass 21 Jan 2020 19,587 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 16,479 miles

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

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

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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DF16 LWU is a 2016 Seat Alhambra in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Seat Alhambra models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 65,171 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 DF16 LWU, 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 10 years old, this Seat Alhambra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DF16 LWU?

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What year was DF16 LWU registered?

DF16 LWU is a 2016 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 25 August 2016.

Is DF16 LWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF16 LWU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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