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VU16 THZ

2016 Seat Alhambra

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

73,293 mi
Last recorded73,293 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Seat Alhambra65,171 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU16 THZ
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 73,293 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2025 71,375 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front control arm back bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 63,407 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 55,659 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 48,777 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbones large rear bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres bald on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Sep 2022 48,762 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both fronts (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbones large rear bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres bald on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 42,025 miles

3rd Row Seats Not Tested

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & Outer (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2020 36,606 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2019 30,474 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 28,069 miles

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

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

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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VU16 THZ is a 2016 Seat Alhambra in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2016 Seat Alhambra models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 65,171 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 VU16 THZ, 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 10 years old, this Seat Alhambra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU16 THZ registered?

VU16 THZ is a 2016 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 25 July 2016.

Is VU16 THZ safe to buy?

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