SEAT ALHAMBRA MOT pass rate
78.9% of 38,479 SEAT ALHAMBRA MOT tests pass.
At 78.9%, The ALHAMBRA passes slightly less often than the average across all SEAT models (80.3%).
The SEAT ALHAMBRA's pass rate of 78.9% is in line with the national average for cars, at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate eases gradually with age, from 61.3% at 0–3 years to 56.6% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 61.3% | 31 | 26,445 miles |
| 3–6 years | 87.7% | 7,156 | 53,528 miles |
| 6–10 years | 82.7% | 20,108 | 97,816 miles |
| 10–15 years | 71.2% | 7,575 | 120,418 miles |
| 15+ years | 56.6% | 3,609 | 145,011 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the SEAT ALHAMBRA
The most common reason the SEAT ALHAMBRA fails its MOT is suspension — present in 51.3% of failed tests, most often logged as "Pin or bush excessively worn".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 51.3% | Pin or bush excessively worn |
| Tyres | 39.7% | Has ply or cords exposed |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 33.1% | Not working |
| Brakes | 25.9% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Body, chassis, structure | 14.6% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Visibility | 9.9% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 9.3% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 4.7% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Steering | 4.6% | Gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Road Wheels | 1.9% | Fixing missing |
Related SEAT models
- SEAT IBIZA — 73.9% pass rate
- SEAT LEON — 82.8% pass rate
- SEAT ARONA — 88.4% pass rate
- SEAT ATECA — 91.3% pass rate
- SEAT MII — 83.3% pass rate
- SEAT ALTEA — 66.7% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the SEAT ALHAMBRA?
- 78.9% of SEAT ALHAMBRA MOT tests pass, based on 38,479 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the SEAT ALHAMBRA?
- The most common reason the SEAT ALHAMBRA fails its MOT is suspension — present in 51.3% of failed tests, most often logged as "Pin or bush excessively worn".
- Does this show the SEAT ALHAMBRA's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the SEAT service history guide for how to check and keep one.