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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the SEAT Alhambra. Check any Alhambra by registration number below.

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77.3%

Avg Pass Rate

-9.6%

vs SEAT Avg

28

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

SEAT Alhambra — MOT Reliability Overview

The SEAT Alhambra has an average MOT pass rate of 77.3%, which is 9.6 percentage points below the SEAT brand average of 86.9%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Alhambra on the road.

The most common reasons a SEAT Alhambra fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. If you are preparing your Alhambra for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used SEAT Alhambra, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the SEAT Alhambra performs at MOT across different model years.

2022

Based on 52 vehicles

94.2%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%

2021

Based on 52 vehicles

63.5%Below Average
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

5.9%

Retest Rate

47.1%

Mileage at 3yr

41k mi

2020

Based on 2,064 vehicles

88.3%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

3.6%

Retest Rate

12.5%

Mileage at 3yr

45k mi

Mileage at 5yr

62k mi

2019

Based on 6,597 vehicles

87.5%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

4.7%

Retest Rate

12.3%

Mileage at 3yr

73k mi

Mileage at 5yr

85k mi

2018

Based on 6,165 vehicles

87.3%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

5.0%

Retest Rate

13.2%

Mileage at 5yr

89k mi

2017

Based on 14,462 vehicles

85.1%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

6.3%

Retest Rate

15.6%

Mileage at 5yr

99k mi

2016

Based on 10,048 vehicles

82.9%Good
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

7.4%

Retest Rate

17.2%

2015

Based on 5,236 vehicles

78.9%Good
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

7.3%

Retest Rate

22.5%

Mileage at 10yr

210k mi

2014

Based on 4,456 vehicles

77.4%Good
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

8.5%

Retest Rate

22.3%

Mileage at 10yr

175k mi

2013

Based on 3,712 vehicles

74.1%Average
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

8.4%

Retest Rate

25.9%

Mileage at 10yr

168k mi

2012

Based on 3,378 vehicles

70.2%Average
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

8.0%

Retest Rate

29.3%

Mileage at 10yr

186k mi

2011

Based on 2,918 vehicles

69.8%Average
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

7.4%

Retest Rate

30.6%

2010

Based on 877 vehicles

63.9%Below Average
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

7.7%

Retest Rate

31.0%

2009

Based on 823 vehicles

56.5%Below Average
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

8.4%

Retest Rate

35.2%

2008

Based on 1,267 vehicles

55.6%Below Average
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

7.2%

Retest Rate

34.3%

2007

Based on 1,180 vehicles

55.3%Below Average
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

8.3%

Retest Rate

29.6%

2006

Based on 976 vehicles

56.5%Below Average
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

8.0%

Retest Rate

28.9%

2005

Based on 787 vehicles

58.2%Below Average
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

10.2%

Retest Rate

31.2%

2004

Based on 998 vehicles

55.2%Below Average
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

9.9%

Retest Rate

31.5%

2003

Based on 5,213 vehicles

91.6%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

10.4%

Retest Rate

32.3%

Mileage at 5yr

150k mi

Mileage at 10yr

206k mi

2002

Based on 5,055 vehicles

91.2%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

4.9%

Retest Rate

28.4%

Mileage at 10yr

206k mi

2001

Based on 6,024 vehicles

91.2%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

28.3%

Mileage at 10yr

197k mi

2000

Based on 3,733 vehicles

90.4%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

4.8%

Retest Rate

19.0%

Mileage at 10yr

195k mi

1999

Based on 3,596 vehicles

90.8%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

11.1%

Mileage at 10yr

200k mi

1998

Based on 2,662 vehicles

90.0%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

5.7%

Retest Rate

30.0%

Mileage at 10yr

198k mi

1997

Based on 2,027 vehicles

88.8%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

5.3%

Retest Rate

36.8%

1996

Based on 759 vehicles

87.5%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%

0

Based on 34,618 vehicles

81.6%Good
SEAT average: 86.9%
Mileage at 5yr

91k mi

Top MOT Failures — SEAT Alhambra

The most common reasons a SEAT Alhambra fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

7.3%
2

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

5.3%
3

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

4.6%
4

Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

4.5%
5

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

4.2%
SEAT Alhambra Common Faults & Repair Costs

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for SEAT Alhambra

SEAT Alhambra — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the SEAT Alhambra MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the SEAT Alhambra?
The average MOT pass rate for the SEAT Alhambra is 77.3% compared to the SEAT average of 86.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a SEAT Alhambra?
The most common MOT failures on the SEAT Alhambra are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (7.3%), A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (5.3%), A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (4.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the SEAT Alhambra reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 77.3%, the SEAT Alhambra is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a SEAT Alhambra?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a SEAT Alhambra?
Typical mileage for the SEAT Alhambra: 40,721 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Alhambra to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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