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DG09 UPF

2009 Seat Alhambra

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

121,540 mi
Last recorded121,540 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2022
Typical for 2009 Seat Alhambra99,438 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG09 UPF
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2022 121,540 miles

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Fail 11 Oct 2022 121,540 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. Last row (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 118,535 miles

Sill covers fitted

Undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Aug 2020 117,761 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 117,523 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 116,707 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 115,689 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 114,450 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

under vehicle suspension/braking/exhaust components slightly corroded

under-trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 10 Jun 2016 113,674 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 112,837 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 93,773 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 67,747 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 45,373 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake pads wearing

Pass 25 Feb 2012 28,245 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2012 28,245 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

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

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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DG09 UPF is a 2009 Seat Alhambra in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2009 Seat Alhambra models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 99,438 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 DG09 UPF, 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 17 years old, this Seat Alhambra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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DG09 UPF is a 2009 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 18 March 2009.

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