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SEAT ALHAMBRA (2009)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 615 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

66%

Total Tests (2024)

615

Avg Mileage

140,976 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,217

Is the 2009 SEAT ALHAMBRA reliable?

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 16 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the SEAT brand average of 85%.

At 15 years old, 66% of SEAT ALHAMBRAs from 2009 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 615 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 140,976 miles.

How does the 2009 SEAT ALHAMBRA compare?

Rank among all 2009 cars545th out of 575(top 95%)
Rank among all SEAT models297th out of 311(top 95%)
vs national average-16% (82% avg)
vs 2009 cars average-9% (75% avg)
vs SEAT average-19% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2009 SEAT ALHAMBRA has 140,976 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 111,000 miles for a 15-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

Best year to buy a SEAT ALHAMBRA?

The most reliable year is the 2019 model with a 88% MOT pass rate, while the 2002 model has the lowest at 62%. The 2009 sits between the two at 66%.

How much does a 2009 SEAT ALHAMBRA cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1984cc)
£1,327
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£2,217
Per month£185/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

SEAT ALHAMBRA by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202173%7527,872 mi
202088%1,38038,278 mi
201988%4,39453,999 mi
201888%4,10870,018 mi
201786%9,69986,445 mi
201685%6,815106,522 mi
201582%3,698112,826 mi
201481%3,129110,232 mi
201379%2,677111,898 mi
201276%2,514124,005 mi
201177%2,167127,765 mi
201073%643135,758 mi
200966%615140,976 mi
200867%967143,588 mi
200764%858139,944 mi
200666%642145,145 mi
200567%526149,540 mi
200465%676151,281 mi
200363%393147,953 mi
200262%208142,785 mi
200172%68133,983 mi
199970%40137,426 mi
199866%91142,462 mi
199773%52126,277 mi

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About the 2009 SEAT ALHAMBRA

The 2009 SEAT ALHAMBRA is a family car with a 1984cc petrol engine. 615 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It sits in the bottom 95% of 2009 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 140,976 miles at 15 years old, SEAT ALHAMBRA owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2009 SEAT ALHAMBRA Fuel Costs

The 1984cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2009 SEAT ALHAMBRA?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,217 (£185/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 66% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

SEAT ALHAMBRA Reliability Trend

Newer SEAT ALHAMBRAs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 15 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2009 SEAT ALHAMBRA

At 15 years old, the SEAT ALHAMBRA is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 88%.

Alternatives to the 2009 SEAT ALHAMBRA

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: