2016 SEAT Alhambra 2.0L Diesel · OW16 OXD

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent pass record over the last three years. The most recent test conducted in July 2025 at 81,990 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, indicating that the vehicle currently meets the minimum legal safety standards. This follows a period of clean passes in 2022 and 2024, suggesting that the owner has maintained the mechanical and safety components sufficiently to avoid recurring MOT failures. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a decade-old MPV, averaging approximately 8,200 miles per year. Between August 2022 and July 2024, the vehicle covered 16,697 miles, while the subsequent interval to July 2025 saw another 7,786 miles. This steady usage suggests typical family use rather than extreme stress on the drivetrain or suspension. The brief period of failure recorded in August 2023 at 69,272 miles occurred only four miles after a previous test, likely a minor issue that was rectified immediately before the re-test. Given the lack of advisories in the most recent records, a buyer should focus on physical signs of wear that an MOT test does not capture. At over 80,000 miles, the condition of suspension bushes and coil springs is vital, as these components often begin to degrade at this age. Inspect the brake discs for uneven wear or signs of binding calipers, as the MOT only checks for functional efficiency rather than component thickness. The clean history suggests no deep structural corrosion, but a visual check of the underbody for surface rust remains standard practice for a vehicle of this age.