2013 SEAT Alhambra 2.0L Diesel · JP51 ALY
2013 SEAT Alhambra (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Jun 2013. Recorded mileage 87,095 miles. MOT valid until 14 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- SEAT ALHAMBRA
- Year / Origin
- 2013
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 87,095 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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JP51 ALY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/05/2026
- 87,095 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
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JP51 ALY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Seat Alhambra (JP51 ALY) between June 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 May 2026 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 (6 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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: “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
JP51 ALY Mileage History
- 12/06/202479,251 mi
- 16/05/202583,210 mi+3,959 mi
- 19/05/202583,214 mi+4 mi
- 26/05/202687,091 mi+3,877 mi
- 27/05/202687,095 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 4,012 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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