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X289 NHK

2000 Seat Alhambra

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

167,157 mi
Last recorded167,157 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2015
Typical for 2000 Seat Alhambra114,901 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX289 NHK
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2015 167,157 miles

Offside Inner Ball joint has slight play rack (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 154,381 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 138,700 miles

O/S/R tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 9 Nov 2012 122,380 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Nov 2012 122,380 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Nov 2011 104,657 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2011 104,657 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 80,033 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 56,945 miles

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

Fail 2 Nov 2009 56,477 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 42,681 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 36,545 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 36,545 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2006 31,492 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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X289 NHK is a 2000 Seat Alhambra in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2000 Seat Alhambra models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 114,901 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 X289 NHK, 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 26 years old, this Seat Alhambra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X289 NHK?

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What year was X289 NHK registered?

X289 NHK is a 2000 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 29 September 2000.

Is X289 NHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X289 NHK shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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