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RX53 ODH

2003 Seat Alhambra

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

132,433 mi
Last recorded132,433 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Seat Alhambra104,360 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 ODH
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2021 132,433 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipses greased (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre slightly out of shape

Offside Front Indicator tell-tale inoperative visible tell tale missing but still audible (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 May 2021 132,430 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipses greased (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 24 Jun 2020 130,731 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 128,899 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2019 128,899 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 126,358 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 120,851 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2016 114,176 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 114,176 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 111,804 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2014 108,698 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Jun 2013 106,583 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Jun 2012 104,117 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Jun 2012 104,117 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jun 2011 100,525 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 90,027 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

engine management light on

Pass 24 Jun 2010 90,027 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

engine management light on

Pass 16 Jun 2009 78,230 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 78,230 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 66,217 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 52,208 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 42,796 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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RX53 ODH is a 2003 Seat Alhambra in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 RX53 ODH, 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 RX53 ODH registered?

RX53 ODH is a 2003 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 4 September 2003.

Is RX53 ODH safe to buy?

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