2014 SEAT Alhambra 2.0L Diesel · GF14 XKV

The 2026‑05‑05 MOT passed with no defects, confirming that the SEAT Alhambra is currently roadworthy. The preceding April 2026 failure, also at 92,878 miles, listed minor items such as ineffective wipers, a non‑functional headlamp levelling device, a dead side repeater, thin front brake pads and a worn anti‑roll bar linkage dust cover, but the subsequent test shows that all of these issues were corrected. This indicates an improving maintenance trend, as the vehicle has moved from a failed status to a clean pass within a single year. Mileage has risen steadily from 28,996 miles in the 2018 test to 92,878 miles in the 2026 test, averaging roughly 7,740 miles per year, which aligns with the typical usage for a 12‑year‑old vehicle. The interval between the 2022‑06‑30 test at 59,305 miles and the 2023‑06‑12 failure at 69,118 miles represents a 9,813‑mile increase in one year, suggesting a period of higher mileage accumulation. Apart from this jump, the annual increments remain within the expected range, and the record shows no long gaps between tests, indicating consistent annual maintenance. Recurring observations include persistent wear of the front suspension arm pins and bushes, first noted in 2019 and repeated in every subsequent MOT, pointing to potential suspension component fatigue that should be inspected for play or looseness. Front brake pads have been recorded as wearing thin in 2025, 2026 and earlier, while the discs show wear but not excessive deterioration; a buyer should verify pad thickness, disc surface condition and caliper operation. Tyre condition is a recurring concern, with multiple entries noting tread worn close to the legal limit, edge wear and, in 2023, cuts exposing ply or cords, indicating the need for a detailed tread depth measurement and visual inspection for sidewall damage. A buyer should therefore prioritize a physical inspection of the suspension arm pins and bushes for excessive play, test the front brake pads and discs for wear and proper operation, measure tyre tread depth and examine sidewalls for any signs of corrosion or structural damage.