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GL04 AEF

2004 Seat Alhambra

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

218,445 mi
Last recorded218,445 miles
Recorded on20 May 2019
Typical for 2004 Seat Alhambra102,325 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL04 AEF
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2019 218,445 miles

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

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

both rear shock absorbers feels slightly weak

surface corrosion to various areas under vehicle

Fail 20 May 2019 218,445 miles

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

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

both rear shock absorbers feels slightly weak

surface corrosion to various areas under vehicle

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2018 212,900 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 11 May 2018 212,892 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 May 2017 204,613 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 204,613 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2016 192,196 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 180,262 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 May 2014 175,719 miles

foglamp warning light comes on when selecting reverse gear

Pass 29 May 2013 171,046 miles

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

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 24 May 2012 161,431 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 24 May 2012 161,431 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 145,514 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 129,105 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 112,876 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 94,286 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 76,345 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 30 May 2006 43,326 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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GL04 AEF is a 2004 Seat Alhambra in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2004 Seat Alhambra models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 102,325 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 GL04 AEF, 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 22 years old, this Seat Alhambra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GL04 AEF registered?

GL04 AEF is a 2004 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 21 May 2004.

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