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SEAT Alhambra

Grey · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LF52 WCTMOT history

LF52 WCT is a grey diesel SEAT Alhambra first used on 19 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 191,392 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
191,392 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,426 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 WCT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Alhambra
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
19 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 WCT was last recorded at 191,392 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,382 miles · 7 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
6,426 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 191,392 miles
  • 2025 – 189,795 miles
  • 2024 – 187,272 miles
  • 2023 – 184,432 miles
  • 2022 – 176,916 miles
  • 2021 – 171,332 miles
  • 2020 – 166,714 miles
  • 2019 – 161,037 miles
  • 2018 – 152,212 miles
  • 2017 – 143,086 miles
  • 2016 – 133,599 miles
  • 2015 – 125,811 miles
  • 2014 – 118,622 miles
  • 2013 – 112,561 miles
  • 2012 – 105,791 miles
  • 2011 – 99,550 miles
  • 2010 – 91,959 miles
  • 2009 – 82,608 miles
  • 2008 – 76,440 miles
  • 2006 – 64,381 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,392 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Central Rear Seat back possibly broken

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear shock absorber shrouds corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

33 tests since 8 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,392 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    191,392 miles
    Test number
    590477504742
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail191,382 miles (+1,587)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,382 miles
    Test number
    860741259273
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass189,795 miles (+2,523)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    189,795 miles
    Test number
    680464216333
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres deteriorating
    • AdvisoryMany areas corroding some marginal

  4. Pass187,272 miles (+2,840)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    187,272 miles
    Test number
    621139110532
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySome signs of corrosion
    • AdvisorySome wear steering and suspension

  5. Pass184,432 miles (+5)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    184,432 miles
    Test number
    135097338104
    • AdvisoryAll metal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat back possibly broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Boot seat
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Drivers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight flat spot (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Boot seat (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber shrouds corroded
    • AdvisorySeveral areas corroded and signs of repair. Offside rear wheel arch area marginal
    • AdvisorySome play detected at steering wheel

  6. Fail184,427 miles (+7,511)1 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,427 miles
    Test number
    330526061783
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Drivers A pillar (windscreen pillar) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll metal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat back possibly broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Boot seat
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Drivers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight flat spot (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Boot seat (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber shrouds corroded
    • AdvisorySeveral areas corroded and signs of repair. Offside rear wheel arch area marginal
    • AdvisorySome play detected at steering wheel

  7. Pass176,916 miles (+724)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    176,916 miles
    Test number
    839874460665
    • AdvisoryAll metal brake pipes some corrosion
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat back possibly broken
    • AdvisoryMany areas corroded and signs of repair. Offside front A pillar. Offside rear wheel arch areas marginal.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test rearrest
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber shrouds corroded

  8. Fail176,192 miles (+4,860)1 dangerous7 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,192 miles
    Test number
    210367970577
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Box section (inner wheel arch) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill area (x2) (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Box section(inner wheel arch) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill/door step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll metal brake pipes some corrosion
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat back possibly broken
    • AdvisoryMany areas corroded and signs of repair. Offside front A pillar. Offside rear wheel arch areas marginal.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Mud flap insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test rearrest
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber shrouds corroded

  9. Pass171,332 miles (+4,618)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    171,332 miles
    Test number
    772133360884
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion

  10. Pass166,714 miles (+5,677)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    166,714 miles
    Test number
    638705487190
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion
    • AdvisorySome seats missing at time of test

  11. Pass161,037 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    161,037 miles
    Test number
    933740596875
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Fail161,037 miles (+8,825)1 dangerous3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,037 miles
    Test number
    914926072484
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/55 x 16 97 w (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Pass152,212 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    152,212 miles
    Test number
    673725929671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail152,208 miles (+9,122)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,208 miles
    Test number
    106353890180
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  15. Pass143,086 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    143,086 miles
    Test number
    376145852999
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroding (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp masks fitted
    • AdvisoryLight switch fragile action

  16. Fail143,086 miles (+9,487)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,086 miles
    Test number
    273293341903
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroding (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp masks fitted
    • AdvisoryLight switch fragile action

  17. Pass133,599 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    133,599 miles
    Test number
    379933821993
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding

  18. Fail133,599 miles (+7,788)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,599 miles
    Test number
    209911242125
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding

  19. Fail125,811 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,811 miles
    Test number
    647465475158
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFoglamp switch fragile action
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  20. Pass125,811 miles (+7,189)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    125,811 miles
    Test number
    825405775157
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFoglamp switch fragile action
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  21. Fail118,622 miles2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,622 miles
    Test number
    399256794154
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFoglamp switch fragile action
    • NoteNearside front door check strap loose

  22. Pass118,622 miles (+6,061)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    118,622 miles
    Test number
    846246194130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFoglamp switch fragile action
    • NoteNearside front door check strap loose

  23. Pass112,561 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    112,561 miles
    Test number
    247459013234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteFoglamp switch fragile action
    • NoteNearside front door check strap loose
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on edge

  24. Fail112,561 miles (+6,770)2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,561 miles
    Test number
    879699513283
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteFoglamp switch fragile action
    • NoteNearside front door check strap loose
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on edge

  25. Fail105,791 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,791 miles
    Test number
    425082892165
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteFoglight switch fragile
    • NoteOffside front and nearside rear tyres have cuts in treads
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on edge

  26. Pass105,791 miles (+6,241)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    105,791 miles
    Test number
    695772392158
    • NoteFoglight switch fragile
    • NoteOffside front and nearside rear tyres have cuts in treads
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on edge

  27. Pass99,550 miles (+4)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    99,550 miles
    Test number
    417075291190
    • NoteLight switch fragile
    • NoteRear tyres worn on edges -nearside cut in tread

  28. Fail99,546 miles (+7,587)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,546 miles
    Test number
    427374691188
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteLight switch fragile
    • NoteRear tyres worn on edges -nearside cut in tread

  29. Pass91,959 miles (+9,351)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    91,959 miles
    Test number
    160045990141
    • NoteNearside front anti roll bar link some play. offside front inner disc corroded, offside rear tyre uneven tread wear.

  30. Pass82,608 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    82,608 miles
    Test number
    872657999170
    • NoteSlight deterioration to suspension etc

  31. Fail82,604 miles (+6,164)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,604 miles
    Test number
    980266199147
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteSlight deterioration to suspension etc

  32. Pass76,440 miles (+12,059)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    76,440 miles
    Test number
    174340568433
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  33. Pass64,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    64,381 miles
    Test number
    243632216322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 WCT

Does LF52 WCT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 WCT is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 WCT?
The MOT on LF52 WCT is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 WCT done?
LF52 WCT was recorded at 191,392 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 6,426 miles a year.
Has LF52 WCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 WCT has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LF52 WCT ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LF52 WCT find?
LF52 WCT passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: offside play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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