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GN53 FNM

2003 Seat Alhambra

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

83,316 mi
Last recorded83,316 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Seat Alhambra104,360 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 FNM
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2017 83,316 miles

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

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

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

Fail 21 Dec 2017 83,316 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2016 77,951 miles

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)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion main chassis (6.1.B.2)

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

front number cracked

Fail 22 Dec 2016 77,951 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

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)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion main chassis (6.1.B.2)

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

front number cracked

Fail 7 Nov 2014 68,308 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 68,308 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 63,645 miles

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 22 Nov 2013 63,645 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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 Nov 2012 56,902 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2011 52,039 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2011 51,966 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 45,045 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2010 45,043 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2009 39,020 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 33,511 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 25,828 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Sep 2006 17,052 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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GN53 FNM is a 2003 Seat Alhambra in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GN53 FNM, 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 GN53 FNM registered?

GN53 FNM is a 2003 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is GN53 FNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 FNM shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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