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R351 SDF

1998 Seat Alhambra

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

146,164 mi
Last recorded146,164 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 Seat Alhambra124,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR351 SDF
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2013 146,164 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 10 Aug 2013 146,164 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 141,908 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 137,481 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

front discs worn replace with pads

o/s washer jet poor

Pass 9 Aug 2010 133,474 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Fail 3 Aug 2010 133,474 miles

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 128,229 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 123,133 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 123,133 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 118,679 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 112,964 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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R351 SDF is a 1998 Seat Alhambra in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1998 Seat Alhambra models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 124,274 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 R351 SDF, 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 28 years old, this Seat Alhambra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R351 SDF registered?

R351 SDF is a 1998 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 18 June 1998.

Is R351 SDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R351 SDF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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