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FAZ 79

2012 Seat Alhambra

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

166,406 mi
Last recorded166,406 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Alhambra82,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAZ 79
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 166,406 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 161,356 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nail in tyre nsr ()

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

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Rear (1.2.1 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged osf (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

osf top strut mount worn

Pass 24 Jan 2024 153,876 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 146,170 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 140,578 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 137,622 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 133,323 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2019 119,279 miles

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2019 119,279 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 104,549 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 86,548 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 70,750 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 70,312 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 53,744 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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FAZ 79 is a 2012 Seat Alhambra in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2012 Seat Alhambra models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 82,551 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 FAZ 79, 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 14 years old, this Seat Alhambra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FAZ 79 registered?

FAZ 79 is a 2012 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is FAZ 79 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAZ 79 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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