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SF03 FLJ

2003 Seat Alhambra

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

252,639 mi
Last recorded252,639 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Seat Alhambra104,360 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF03 FLJ
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2016 252,639 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2012 95,381 miles

Spare tyre defective

plastic wheel rims pushing on tyre valves

Pass 9 Sep 2011 81,896 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 81,892 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 75,632 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s inner drive shaft gaitor torn

Fail 1 Oct 2010

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s inner drive shaft gaitor torn

Pass 1 Aug 2009 67,591 miles

oil level low

Fail 31 Jul 2009 67,591 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

oil level low

Pass 2 Apr 2008 57,288 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 57,288 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 50,150 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 42,668 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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SF03 FLJ is a 2003 Seat Alhambra in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SF03 FLJ, 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 SF03 FLJ registered?

SF03 FLJ is a 2003 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is SF03 FLJ safe to buy?

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