2016 SEAT Alhambra 2.0L Diesel · OV16 RKF

A clear and recurring pattern of wear-related advisories defines this 2016 SEAT Alhambra, with brake disc pitting and scoring appearing on virtually every MOT since 2023, and front suspension arm bushes flagged across multiple tests in 2025 and 2026. The most recent test on 18 March 2026 recorded a pass, but the same advisory issued two days earlier at the failure re-test for front tyres worn on both nearside and offside edges has not yet been resolved on the record. The vehicle has also been subject to two outright failures in the recorded history: a dangerous defect in July 2023 for an offside rear inner tyre worn down to exposed cords, and a major failure in July 2025 for an offside front side repeater not working. The chronic nature of the brake and suspension advisories suggests progressive wear rather than isolated incidents, indicating that a buyer should anticipate active or imminent component replacement in these areas. Recorded mileage of 74,197 miles over ten years equates to roughly 7,420 miles per annum, which sits broadly in line with typical usage for a vehicle of this age and class. The MOT history does not reveal any significant testing gaps or extended periods off the road; tests have been carried out consistently at intervals of approximately twelve to fifteen months, suggesting the Alhambra has remained in regular use. No mileage progression appears unusually aggressive between tests, and the figure itself is modest for a ten-year-old MPV of this size, which may mean reduced wear on internal drivetrain components such as the dual-clutch gearbox and engine internals, but does not insulate the vehicle from the chassis and consumable wear already documented. For a prospective buyer, the brake-related advisories warrant particular physical inspection on a test drive. The front discs have been flagged as pitted or scored at every test since 2023, and rear discs were similarly noted in 2023, so it is prudent to feel for brake pedal vibration under firm application and to listen for any grinding or harshness, particularly at low speeds. The rear brake pad wear advisory from March 2026 suggests replacement is now due, and a visual check of pad material thickness through the wheel spokes would be sensible. The suspension arm bush advisories covering both front lower arms, including the rear and front bushes on each side, point to worn compliance bushes in the front suspension; during a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking noises over speed bumps, broken road surfaces, and during full-lock manoeuvres, and feel for any vagueness or knocking through the steering wheel. The tyre wear pattern is also worth close attention, as advisories have appeared on multiple occasions for inner-edge wear on both front and rear tyres. This type of wear pattern can indicate misalignment, worn suspension components, or geometry issues stemming from the deteriorating bushes already noted. A buyer should check that all four tyres are of matching brand, size, and tread depth, and consider a four-wheel alignment and geometry check once new tyres are fitted. Finally, the dangerous tyre failure from 2023 serves as a reminder that legal tread depth is an absolute minimum; any vehicle being considered should have all tyres inspected for actual remaining tread rather than assumed legality, and the condition of the sidewalls should be examined for cracking given the vehicle's tenth year of service.