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2016 SEAT Alhambra 2.0L Diesel · FA16 CVB

FA16 CVB

2016 SEAT Alhambra (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/08/2016. Recorded mileage 375,447 miles. MOT valid until 16/05/2027.

Make & Model
SEAT ALHAMBRA
Year / Origin
2016 · Nottingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 16/05/2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
375,447 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 16/05/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2016
Engine
1968cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle is currently roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 18 May 2026 at 375,447 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects recorded. This follows a clean pass on 9 April 2026, suggesting the car has been kept in a state of immediate compliance despite its extreme usage. The mileage is exceptionally high for a ten year old vehicle, averaging over 37,000 miles per year. The record shows rapid accumulation between May 2025 and May 2026, where the odometer climbed from 321,421 to 375,447 miles. This indicates the car has likely served as a high-intensity long-distance cruiser or fleet vehicle. The history is remarkably clean for a high-mileage car, though a few indicators suggest typical wear. In the 5 March 2025 test at 311,750 miles, the tester flagged a worn nearside rear tyre and a non-excessive oil leak. While these were not failures, the oil leak is a point of interest for a buyer. A physical inspection should focus on the drivetrain and engine seals to see if the previously noted oil leak has worsened or been repaired. Given the 375,447 total miles, a buyer must scrutinize the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake disc thickness. High-mileage vehicles often suffer from fatigue in these components even when they pass a basic MOT.

FA16 CVB Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 18/05/2026
  • 375,447 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
88
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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FA16 CVB Mileage History

  1. 05/03/2025311,750 mi
  2. 15/05/2025321,421 mi+9,671 mi
  3. 17/10/2025345,289 mi+23,868 mi
  4. 09/04/2026370,268 mi+24,979 mi
  5. 18/05/2026375,447 mi+5,179 mi

Average of roughly 53,014 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

FA16 CVB MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 8 Aug 2026, 10:31
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Seat Alhambra (FA16 CVB) between March 2025 and May 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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