2017 SEAT Alhambra 2.0L Diesel · BN17 VTD

The 2017 SEAT Alhambra currently holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 1 May 2026 at 71,083 miles with zero defects recorded. This clean pass follows a failure on 30 April 2026 for an inoperative engine malfunction indicator lamp, which was evidently rectified within 24 hours. The maintenance trend over the past two years shows a clear improvement. Where the 2024 and 2025 tests flagged recurring suspension wear, tyre defects, and cosmetic body damage, the most recent certificate suggests the previous owner addressed these items promptly. The vehicle now presents as mechanically sound on paper, with no active advisories or failures. The mileage progression tells a consistent story. Between the April 2024 test at 57,779 miles and the April 2025 test at 64,489 miles, the Alhambra covered roughly 6,700 miles in twelve months. The jump from April 2025 to May 2026 shows a further 6,500 miles added, bringing the total to 71,083. This equates to approximately 7,900 miles per year across the vehicle's nine-year life, which sits squarely within normal expectations for a large family MPV. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer record that would raise concerns about tampered figures or prolonged periods of disuse. Despite the clean May 2026 result, a buyer should still inspect the front suspension with care. The 2024 and 2025 tests both flagged worn suspension arm rear bushes on both sides, and the 2025 failure also noted a corroded offside rear suspension arm. While these items may have been replaced ahead of the latest test, physical inspection of the lower arms, bushes, and ball joints will confirm whether the repairs are fresh and properly executed. The offside rear suspension corrosion advisory from 2025 warrants a close look underneath the vehicle, particularly around mounting points and subframe areas, to ensure no structural weakening has progressed beyond surface rust. Tyre condition and bodywork also deserve attention. The 2025 failure cited both front tyres worn to the legal limit and a deep cut in the nearside front tyre reaching the ply, suggesting the previous owner ran the rubber down hard before replacement. Check the date codes and tread depth on all four tyres, plus the spare, to confirm they are not the same aged set. The repeated advisories for dented doors on the offside indicate low-speed parking damage. Examine the door skins, hinges, and shut lines for misalignment or poor cosmetic repairs. A brief road test focusing on suspension clunks over rough surfaces and steering pull under braking will round off the assessment.