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OY53 VLR

2003 Seat Alhambra

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

121,399 mi
Last recorded121,399 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Seat Alhambra104,360 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 VLR
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Fail 15 Jan 2019 121,399 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Both front suspension arm rear bushes deteriorated

Both front top mounts worn

Both front tyres worn on inner edge

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All front and rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 114,957 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 110,533 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 13,992 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 95,678 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 86,450 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 76,711 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 67,880 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 60,278 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 52,326 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 44,796 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 37,452 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 29,097 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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OY53 VLR is a 2003 Seat Alhambra in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 OY53 VLR, 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 OY53 VLR registered?

OY53 VLR is a 2003 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 24 November 2003.

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