2015 SEAT Alhambra 2.0L Diesel · DF65 MYC

The most recent MOT test on 6 October 2025 at 152,178 miles returned a pass, yet the advisory list is substantial and points to a worsening maintenance trajectory rather than an improving one. Both front tyres were worn close to the legal limit with edge wear at 2mm and 1.6mm respectively, indicating ongoing alignment or geometry issues. More critically, all four coil springs or suspension arms at the rear drew corrosion advisories, with the nearside and offside rear coil springs specifically flagged as corroded. The nearside front suspension arm ball joint showed slight play, and the nearside front inner steering rack joint also exhibited play. These are not isolated wear items; they suggest systemic degradation across the front and rear suspension and steering systems. The pattern from 2022 through 2025 shows suspension bush and arm wear recurring at every test, with the faults escalating from worn bushes to excessive movement, play in ball joints, and now steering rack wear. Annual mileage has remained consistently high, with approximately 13,056 miles added between October 2023 and October 2024, and a further 13,055 miles between October 2024 and October 2025. This steady accumulation confirms sustained heavy use rather than intermittent short journeys. The vehicle has covered over 43,000 miles in the three years from October 2022 to October 2025, which is demanding on consumables and chassis components. There are no gaps in the annual test sequence, so the car has been in continuous use. The mileage context of roughly 13,834 miles per year is elevated for a vehicle of this type, and the mechanical record reflects that intensity. A prospective purchaser should prioritise a full suspension and steering inspection before committing. The recurring lower suspension arm pin and bush wear, now accompanied by ball joint play and steering rack inner joint movement, demands assessment of whether the front subframe or alignment geometry is accelerating component failure. Tyre wear patterns across multiple tests, particularly the repeated rear inner edge wear and front edge wear, strongly suggest alignment has not been addressed. The rear brake pads were flagged as borderline thin in October 2024 and should be verified as replaced, along with the condition of the discs. The corrosion on both rear coil springs and suspension arms requires close examination for structural integrity, particularly given the vehicle's age and mileage exposure. The offside rear wheel bearing with slight play from 2023 should also be rechecked, as this advisory did not reappear in 2025 but may have been overlooked rather than resolved.