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FL08 TYV

2008 Seat Alhambra

Green Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

217,654 mi
Last recorded217,654 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2020
Typical for 2008 Seat Alhambra101,087 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 TYV
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2020 217,654 miles

Nearside Inner dill crodded

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

Offside Inner sill crodded

oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2019 206,183 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 206,183 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2018 191,053 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2018 191,032 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 176,047 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 157,462 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 157,462 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2015 143,992 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 124,166 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 105,117 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 88,742 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 88,742 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 14 Mar 2011 68,023 miles

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)

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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FL08 TYV is a 2008 Seat Alhambra in Green with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Seat Alhambra models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 101,087 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 FL08 TYV, 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 18 years old, this Seat Alhambra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FL08 TYV registered?

FL08 TYV is a 2008 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is FL08 TYV safe to buy?

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