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SY59 RCV

2009 Seat Alhambra

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2017
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,369 mi
Last recorded87,369 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2016
Typical for 2009 Seat Alhambra99,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY59 RCV
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2016 87,369 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 52,005 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 45,586 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 34,758 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 24,129 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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SY59 RCV is a 2009 Seat Alhambra in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 Seat Alhambra models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 99,438 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 SY59 RCV, 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 17 years old, this Seat Alhambra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SY59 RCV registered?

SY59 RCV is a 2009 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is SY59 RCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY59 RCV shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SY59 RCV have outstanding finance?

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