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SW60 HYC

2011 Seat Alhambra

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

173,883 mi
Last recorded173,883 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Seat Alhambra86,907 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW60 HYC
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 173,883 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view screen cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

nearside front tyre not fitted as per sidewall instructions

Fail 6 Jan 2026 173,883 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view screen cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

nearside front tyre not fitted as per sidewall instructions

Pass 13 Jan 2025 150,445 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 144,978 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

nsf shocker top bearing rough on rotation

Pass 4 Jan 2023 138,765 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2023 138,765 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 132,363 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 15 Jan 2021 121,535 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear console bush is splitting. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 105,483 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 88,451 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective slightly split on ends (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 74,327 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 15 Jan 2018 74,327 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear console (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear console (2.4.G.2)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Jan 2017 63,131 miles

Front bottom arms rear bushes worn

Rear tyres wearing inner edges

Fail 9 Jan 2017 63,131 miles

Front bottom arms rear bushes worn

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

Rear tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 18 Jan 2016 53,076 miles

Front pads getting low

Pass 19 Jan 2015 43,405 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 31,568 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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SW60 HYC is a 2011 Seat Alhambra in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2011 Seat Alhambra models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 86,907 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 SW60 HYC, 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 15 years old, this Seat Alhambra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SW60 HYC?

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What year was SW60 HYC registered?

SW60 HYC is a 2011 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 19 January 2011.

Is SW60 HYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW60 HYC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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