Seat Alhambra MOT Failure Rate — 11-15 Years Old

42.8%
MOT failure rate for 11-15-year-old Seat Alhambra vehicles
Based on 15,034 MOT tests
14.8pp above the UK average (28%)

This model shows significant deterioration in this age bracket, with a 42.8% failure rate. Pre-MOT inspection strongly recommended, especially for suspension.

Component Risk Breakdown (11-15 Years)

Which parts of a 11-15-year-old Seat Alhambra are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Suspension 11.2%
Lamps & Electrics 9.1%
Brakes 6.0%
Tyres 5.2%
Body & Chassis 5.0%
Visibility 2.7%
Steering 1.1%

How Does This Compare?

Seat Alhambra MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 13.8% 4,814 Visibility
3-5 years 15.4% 39,465 Tyres
6-10 years 23.4% 51,814 Tyres
11-15 years 42.8% 15,034 Suspension
15+ years 52.0% 9,708 Suspension

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 11-15 year old Seat Alhambra reliable?

11-15-year-old Seat Alhambra vehicles have a 42.8% failure rate, which is above average. Consider a pre-MOT inspection, particularly checking suspension.

What are the common MOT failures on a 11-15 year old Seat Alhambra?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Suspension — 11.2% failure risk
  • Lamps & Electrics — 9.1% failure risk
  • Brakes — 6.0% failure risk

How can I prepare my Seat Alhambra for its MOT?

For a 11-15-year-old Seat Alhambra, focus on: (1) Suspension — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

Other Seat Alhambra Age Groups

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 11-15-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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