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P139 VGJ

1997 Seat Alhambra

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

197,469 mi
Last recorded197,469 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2011
Typical for 1997 Seat Alhambra126,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP139 VGJ
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2011 197,469 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Aug 2011 197,412 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 193,479 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 190,211 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 190,208 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 182,640 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 177,757 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 170,580 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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P139 VGJ is a 1997 Seat Alhambra in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Seat Alhambra models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 126,646 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 P139 VGJ, 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 29 years old, this Seat Alhambra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P139 VGJ registered?

P139 VGJ is a 1997 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 30 May 1997.

Is P139 VGJ safe to buy?

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