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X709 PBA

2000 Seat Alhambra

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

129,947 mi
Last recorded129,947 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2013
Typical for 2000 Seat Alhambra114,901 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX709 PBA
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 9 Jan 2013 129,947 miles

Nearside Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside wiper ineffective

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 129,947 miles

Nearside Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside wiper ineffective

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Oct 2011 121,254 miles

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

Only four passenger seats fitted when presented for test.

Pass 1 Nov 2010 107,681 miles

Rearmost two seats not fitted when presented for test.

Fail 27 Oct 2010 107,582 miles

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rearmost two seats not fitted when presented for test.

Pass 2 Nov 2009 92,501 miles

Brake linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rearmost two seats not fitted when presented for test.

Fail 31 Oct 2009 92,482 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Brake linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rearmost two seats not fitted when presented for test.

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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X709 PBA is a 2000 Seat Alhambra in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 X709 PBA, 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

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What year was X709 PBA registered?

X709 PBA is a 2000 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is X709 PBA safe to buy?

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