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GN03 VDY

2003 Seat Alhambra

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

129,142 mi
Last recorded129,142 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Seat Alhambra104,360 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN03 VDY
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 129,142 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 128,616 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Rear 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)

Pass 16 Oct 2017 125,379 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 116,840 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2015 107,589 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2015 107,589 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 101,726 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 24 Nov 2014 101,726 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 92,587 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 15 Oct 2013 92,587 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 86,558 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 78,370 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 68,419 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 60,006 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 49,508 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 38,751 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 29,534 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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GN03 VDY is a 2003 Seat Alhambra in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2003 Seat Alhambra models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 104,360 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 GN03 VDY, 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 23 years old, this Seat Alhambra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GN03 VDY registered?

GN03 VDY is a 2003 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is GN03 VDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN03 VDY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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