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MF12 UXH

2012 Seat Alhambra

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

241,451 mi
Last recorded241,451 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Alhambra82,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF12 UXH
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 241,451 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jan 2025 233,582 miles

Central Exhaust silencer slightly loose exhaust clamp loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Emission control equipment post cat signs of welding to main body

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Feb 2024 367,342 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 1 Feb 2024 367,341 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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Jan 2023 355,613 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2022 345,970 miles

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

exhaust cat reduction box welding repairs

Pass 5 Jan 2021 339,323 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

o/s/r tyre worn inner edge

Fail 29 Dec 2020 339,198 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

o/s/r tyre worn inner edge

Pass 24 Jan 2020 329,826 miles

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

Fail 22 Jan 2020 329,557 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

o/s/r tyre worn edges

Pass 13 Dec 2018 312,800 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2018 312,726 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2018 86,612 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2017 147,647 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 119,230 miles

Offside Rear tyre inner edge worn

windscreen scratched

Fail 24 Jan 2017 119,227 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear tyre inner edge worn

windscreen scratched

Pass 25 Jul 2016 97,378 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit heavily worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

nearside front tyre on limit replace ASAP 2255017

Pass 29 Jan 2016 74,646 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 65,296 miles

Emissions test - reading too low to record a result

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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MF12 UXH is a 2012 Seat Alhambra in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2012 Seat Alhambra models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 82,551 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 MF12 UXH, 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 14 years old, this Seat Alhambra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MF12 UXH registered?

MF12 UXH is a 2012 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 15 March 2012.

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