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VIL 4140

2002 Seat Alhambra TDI

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2022
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

209,978 mi
Last recorded209,978 miles
Recorded on26 May 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIL 4140
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra TDI
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2021 209,978 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2021 209,926 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 191,818 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2019 191,709 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Alhambra TDI?

Based on 313 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
10,126
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 12
position lamp(s) not working 11
Stop lamp not working 9
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 7
Registration plate lamp not working 6
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VIL 4140 is a 2002 Seat Alhambra TDI in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Seat Alhambra TDI fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VIL 4140, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Alhambra TDI typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Seat Alhambra TDI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VIL 4140 registered?

VIL 4140 is a 2002 Seat Alhambra TDI, first registered on 17 June 2002.

Is VIL 4140 safe to buy?

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