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GP16 FMA

2016 Seat Alhambra

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

87,263 mi
Last recorded87,263 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Seat Alhambra65,171 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP16 FMA
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 87,263 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2025 87,263 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Oct 2024 79,689 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 71,242 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt REAR SEAT ()

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective SKIPPING (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt REAR SEAT ()

Fail 2 Oct 2023 71,241 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt REAR SEAT ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE BOLD(225/45W18XLSEAL (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective SKIPPING (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt REAR SEAT ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE BOLD(225/45W18XLSEAL (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 63,698 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2022 63,691 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 52,447 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 43,245 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2020 43,245 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 31,939 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 12 Jul 2019 31,939 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

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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GP16 FMA is a 2016 Seat Alhambra in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2016 Seat Alhambra models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 65,171 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 GP16 FMA, 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 10 years old, this Seat Alhambra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GP16 FMA registered?

GP16 FMA is a 2016 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 27 July 2016.

Is GP16 FMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP16 FMA shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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