1998 SEAT Alhambra 1.9L Diesel · S782 BHO

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on a consistent pass record over the last five years. The most recent test on 11 August 2022 at 152,887 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following an initial failure on the same day. This suggests that a minor issue was rectified immediately to meet roadworthiness standards. Since then, the vehicle has maintained a clean record without any advisory notes appearing in the inspections. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 28-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,460 miles per year. Data shows a steady incremental increase, moving from 138,174 miles in April 2019 to 152,887 miles in August 2022. This low usage indicates light operation, which typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components. However, the four-year gap between the last recorded MOT and the current date suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary for extended periods, or is currently overdue despite the low mileage. Given the lack of recorded advisories in the history, a physical inspection should focus on structural integrity and rubber-based components that MOT tests often fail to catch. The buyer must examine the chassis for corrosion on the sills and wheel arches, which are common on vehicles of this age. The inspector should also suspension bushes for cracking and check brake calipers for seized pistons, as low-use vehicles often suffer from seizing. Checking fluid levels and coolant degradation is also essential to ensure the low mileage has not masked internal engine neglect.