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GN53 HUZ

2003 Seat Alhambra

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2014
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

128,423 mi
Last recorded128,423 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Seat Alhambra104,360 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 HUZ
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2013 128,423 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all four brake discs slightly corroded

Fail 18 Nov 2013 128,423 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all four brake discs slightly corroded

Fail 14 Nov 2013 128,228 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 119,823 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 Oct 2012 119,823 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 111,116 miles

coil springs corroded

various b/pipes corroded

Pass 13 Sep 2010 102,649 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 102,649 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2009 94,011 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

FRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN TO LIMIT

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

SLIGHT CORROSION REAR BRAKE PIPES

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 8 Jul 2009 94,011 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

FRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN TO LIMIT

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

SLIGHT CORROSION REAR BRAKE PIPES

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 12 Jun 2008 82,985 miles

n/s seat on centre row not fitted

n/s/r seatbelt not checked due to childseat fitted

slight wheel bearing noise from front

Pass 14 Jun 2007 65,259 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 63,432 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 May 2007 63,432 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 45,625 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 45,625 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 HUZ is a 2003 Seat Alhambra in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 HUZ, 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 HUZ registered?

GN53 HUZ is a 2003 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 3 November 2003.

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