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FV56 HNE

2006 Seat Alhambra

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

173,034 mi
Last recorded173,034 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Seat Alhambra102,410 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV56 HNE
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2017 173,034 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 166,805 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 148,123 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 148,123 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres fitted to all steerable axle are not of the same structure (4.1.A.2c)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2014 114,482 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 87,326 miles

Front brake discs worn on inner surface but not affecting brake performance.

Pass 20 Nov 2012 75,933 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 75,917 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 63,379 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 50,395 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 37,215 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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FV56 HNE is a 2006 Seat Alhambra in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2006 Seat Alhambra models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 102,410 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 FV56 HNE, 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 20 years old, this Seat Alhambra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FV56 HNE registered?

FV56 HNE is a 2006 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 30 November 2006.

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