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DG13 VHX

2013 Seat Alhambra

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

93,789 mi
Last recorded93,789 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Seat Alhambra73,592 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG13 VHX
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 93,789 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm in middle and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 85,141 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn smooth on innr edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jul 2025 85,141 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn smooth on innr edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 77,608 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 71,017 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 64,576 miles

Undertray fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 11 Jul 2022 64,576 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low way too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low way too low (4.1.2 (a))

Undertray fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 12 Jul 2021 58,240 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 53,743 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2020 53,743 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 46,815 miles

EMISSION TOO CLEAN FOR TEST

Fail 30 Mar 2019 46,815 miles

EMISSION TOO CLEAN FOR TEST

Headlamp aim too high BOTH (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 41,168 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all rear

Pass 24 Mar 2017 31,834 miles

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

Tyre wearing very uneven and no tread on inner edge

Tyre wearing very uneven and no tread on inner edge

Pass 13 Apr 2016 25,218 miles

rear tyres worn/stepped on inner edges

Fail 13 Apr 2016 25,218 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

rear tyres worn/stepped on inner edges

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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DG13 VHX is a 2013 Seat Alhambra in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2013 Seat Alhambra models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 73,592 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DG13 VHX, 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 13 years old, this Seat Alhambra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DG13 VHX registered?

DG13 VHX is a 2013 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 18 April 2013.

Is DG13 VHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG13 VHX shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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