2018 SEAT Alhambra 2.0L Diesel · FV68 FKO

The SEAT Alhambra’s most recent MOT test on 2025-08-13 confirms the vehicle passed without defects, though it follows an unusual pattern of two consecutive tests at the same mileage—one failed and one passed—both on 2025-08-12 and 2025-08-13. This suggests a possible administrative oversight rather than a mechanical issue, as no faults were recorded. The preceding tests in 2024 and 2023 also show identical mileage failures and passes, reinforcing that the vehicle has not experienced recurring mechanical failures during these checks. However, the lack of advisories or defects in any test implies no hidden or deferred issues were noted by the tester, though this does not preclude undocumented wear. The recorded mileage progression of 65,155 miles today, with the last test at 56,188 miles in July 2024, indicates an average of around 9,967 miles per year since then—a rate slightly above the typical 8,144 miles annually for this vehicle’s age. This suggests moderate usage, though the gap between tests (just over a year) means some components may have accumulated wear beyond what a single MOT would detect. Notably, the identical mileage for both failed and passed tests in 2024 and 2025 implies either a retest or a rare case of overlapping test dates, but no mechanical trend is evident from the data. Given the absence of recorded defects or advisories, the most critical areas for a buyer to inspect independently would be the suspension system—particularly the rear suspension bushes and coil springs, which are common wear points at this mileage—and the brake calipers and discs for uneven wear or binding. The lack of corrosion advisories in prior tests does not rule out hidden structural rust, particularly in the wheel arches, sills, or subframe, so a thorough underbody inspection is advisable. Additionally, the exhaust system should be checked for leaks or excessive corrosion, as catalytic converter failures are not uncommon in this model range. No evidence of electrical or emissions-related issues appears in the MOT history, but a post-MOT diagnostic scan would confirm any stored fault codes.