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SEAT Alhambra

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,968 cc

LP16 VMLMOT history

LP16 VML is a black diesel SEAT Alhambra first used on 12 Aug 2016. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 180,952 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

LP16 VML black SEAT Alhambra – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
180,952 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
18,719 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP16 VML
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Alhambra
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
12 Aug 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP16 VML was last recorded at 180,952 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 19,748 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
161,204 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
19,748 miles
Average per year
18,719 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,952 miles
  • 2025 – 161,204 miles
  • 2024 – 127,101 miles
  • 2023 – 117,345 miles
  • 2022 – 102,750 miles
  • 2021 – 84,388 miles
  • 2020 – 64,614 miles
  • 2019 – 48,471 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,952 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

11 tests since 23 Jul 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,952 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    180,952 miles
    Test number
    250599536392
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail180,951 miles (+19,747)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,951 miles
    Test number
    994725514136
    • MajorFront Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle missing under seat (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass161,204 miles (+34,103)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    161,204 miles
    Test number
    674706881418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass127,101 miles (+9,756)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    127,101 miles
    Test number
    415171937590
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass117,345 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    117,345 miles
    Test number
    153298726261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail117,342 miles (+14,592)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,342 miles
    Test number
    331447938109
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass102,750 miles (+18,362)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    102,750 miles
    Test number
    553451860843
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass84,388 miles (+19,774)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    84,388 miles
    Test number
    641237973802
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

  9. Pass64,614 miles (+16,143)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    64,614 miles
    Test number
    872587516595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass48,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    48,471 miles
    Test number
    553519089010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail48,471 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,471 miles
    Test number
    549218877601
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Questions about LP16 VML

Does LP16 VML currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP16 VML is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP16 VML?
The MOT on LP16 VML is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP16 VML done?
LP16 VML was recorded at 180,952 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 18,719 miles a year.
Has LP16 VML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP16 VML has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LP16 VML 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 LP16 VML find?
LP16 VML passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit; nearside rear seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 1 more.

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