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YS12 SWK

2012 Seat Alhambra

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

245,339 mi
Last recorded245,339 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2021
Typical for 2012 Seat Alhambra82,551 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS12 SWK
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2021 245,339 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 238,727 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 231,829 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 210,168 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 171,389 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 3 Jul 2017 171,389 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/50/17 (4.1.D.1b)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 29 Jun 2016 147,727 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 147,727 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 104,712 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jul 2014 69,997 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres slightly mis-shapen inner edges (225/50r17)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 38,402 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Jul 2013 38,298 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YS12 SWK is a 2012 Seat Alhambra in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Seat Alhambra models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 82,551 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 YS12 SWK, 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 14 years old, this Seat Alhambra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YS12 SWK registered?

YS12 SWK is a 2012 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 6 July 2012.

Is YS12 SWK safe to buy?

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