2017 SEAT Alhambra 2.0L Diesel · PE67 KXR

The vehicle is roadworthy, but the MOT history indicates a trend of worsening maintenance standards rather than stable upkeep. The most recent test on 2026-01-13 at 68,932 miles was passed, yet the previous test on 2024-01-20 at 38,662 miles failed due to an engine malfunction, suggesting a significant gap in recent servicing. This failure on a 2024 date, combined with a failed 2025 test on 48,465 miles, demonstrates a rapid accumulation of mileage without corresponding repairs or a complete MOT pass, indicating that the owner may have been neglecting routine checks or that the vehicle has been driven too heavily for its age. The mileage pattern reveals that the vehicle has maintained a high mileage rate relative to its 2017 model year, which is concerning for a vehicle that is only about nine years old. The 2022-09-17 test on 37,310 miles shows that the brakes have been inspected and found to be offside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit, but this is not the sole cause of the recent failures. The engine MIL inoperative or malfunctioning on the 2024-01-20 test suggests a critical component failure that likely requires immediate replacement. The absence of a clear MOT pass in the 2024-01-20 record, despite passing in 2025-01-15, indicates that the owner may have been absent or the vehicle was driven too frequently for the test. Consequently, a buyer should inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and mechanical components, specifically focusing on the suspension, brakes, and engine. Given the history of failed tests, the owner must verify that the engine has no internal faults and that the suspension bushings and springs are in good condition to prevent future failures. The 2022-09-17 inspection of the offside rear tyre worn close to the limit warrants a closer look at the wheel bearings and suspension bushings to ensure they are not deteriorating, as this condition often leads to brake failure. The 2024-01-20 engine failure indicates that the engine has not been serviced in a few years, and the 2025-01-15 failure on 48,465 miles suggests that the vehicle has not been checked for the engine's health in the last two years. The buyer must ensure that the engine is fully serviced by the 2024-01-20 test and that the suspension and brakes are inspected every six months to prevent the recurrence of these failures.