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Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI reliable? We analysed 2,270 real MOT tests across 350 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,270 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
84.8%
Typical Mileage
104,516mi
Annual Mileage
9,967mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI.

Specifications

Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1968cc
Engine
140bhp
Power
10.9sec
0–62 mph
47.1mpg
Combined
146g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1968cc
Power
140 BHP
0–62 mph
10.9 sec
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Silver
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Combined
47.1 mpg
Urban
36.2 mpg
Extra-urban
57.6 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1988

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
146 g/km Band F
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£160
Road tax (6 mo.)
£88
Insurance group
18 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
7,250 mi/yr
Typical
9,967 mi/yr
Average
10,645 mi/yr
Heavy usage
13,244 mi/yr

Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
104,516 mi
75th Percentile
132,920 mi
95th Percentile
173,078 mi
Max Recorded
712,769 mi

How Does the Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI THIS CAR 84.8% 2,270 104,516 mi — yrs
Seat Ibiza 73.7% 3,964,856 60,259 mi 31 yrs
Seat Leon 78% 3,000,659 70,859 mi 26 yrs
Seat Alhambra 72.5% 690,916 95,606 mi 30 yrs
Volvo XC90 Rdesign Pro B5 MHEV AWD A 87.7% 2,681 36,850 mi — yrs

Compared to the Seat Ibiza (73.7% pass rate) and the Seat Leon (78.0% pass rate), the Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI?

The Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.8% across 2,270 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI owner drives around 9,967 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI reliable?
Based on 2,270 MOT tests, the Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI has a 84.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI do per year?
The typical Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI does around 9,967 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Seat Alhambra SE Ecomotive Cr TDI?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.