Seat Alhambra MOT Failure Rate — 6-10 Years Old

23.4%
MOT failure rate for 6-10-year-old Seat Alhambra vehicles
Based on 51,814 MOT tests
4.6pp below the UK average (28%)

Seat Alhambra in this age bracket has a 23.4% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: tyres and suspension.

Component Risk Breakdown (6-10 Years)

Which parts of a 6-10-year-old Seat Alhambra are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Tyres 5.1%
Suspension 3.6%
Lamps & Electrics 3.0%
Brakes 1.8%
Visibility 1.2%
Body & Chassis 0.4%
Steering 0.2%

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 6-10 year old Seat Alhambra reliable?

6-10-year-old Seat Alhambra vehicles have a 23.4% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.

What are the common MOT failures on a 6-10 year old Seat Alhambra?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Tyres — 5.1% failure risk
  • Suspension — 3.6% failure risk
  • Lamps & Electrics — 3.0% failure risk

How can I prepare my Seat Alhambra for its MOT?

For a 6-10-year-old Seat Alhambra, focus on: (1) Tyres — 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.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 6-10-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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