The road tax status for DS52 RDS is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for DS52 RDS?

The MOT for DS52 RDS is valid and due for renewal on or before 31 July 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of DS52 RDS?

The recorded mileage for DS52 RDS is 136,671 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is DS52 RDS ULEZ compliant?

No, DS52 RDS does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2003 SEAT Alhambra 1.9L Diesel · DS52 RDS

DS52 RDS

2003 SEAT Alhambra (1.9L, diesel). First registered 21/01/2003. Recorded mileage 136,671 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: SEAT ALHAMBRA
Year / Origin: 2003 · Shrewsbury
MOT Status: Valid until 31/07/2024
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 136,671 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 31/07/2024

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Mileage: 136,671 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2003
Engine: 1896cc

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DS52 RDS Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 02/08/2023
136,671 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
10 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (14 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Average MOT pass rate (50%)

! Older vehicle

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DS52 RDS Mileage History

31/05/2022119,746 mi
20/07/2022119,759 mi+13 mi
02/08/2023136,671 mi+16,912 mi
02/08/2023136,671 mi

Average of roughly 14,439 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

DS52 RDS MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 12 Sept 2026, 16:08

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Seat Alhambra (DS52 RDS) between May 2022 and August 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 02 August 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (14 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Bodywork (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 28 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))”.

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