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SEAT ALHAMBRA (2019)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 4,394 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,737

£145/month

MOT Pass Rate

88%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 8-20

1395cc Petrol

Solid Option

88% pass rate, £1737/year to run. 6 points above average.

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Petrol1395cc7 years old4,394 tests54k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1395cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137
Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,737
Per month£145/mo
Per week£33/wk

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

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Reliability Verdict

88% MOT pass rate(Good)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's 6 points above the national average of 82%.

At 7 years old, 88% of SEAT ALHAMBRAs from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 4,394 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 53,999 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2019 cars1039th of 1,419(top 73%)
Rank among SEAT models155th of 311(top 50%)
vs national average+6%(82% avg)
vs 2019 cars average-2%(90% avg)
vs SEAT average+3%(85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

53,999

Average miles

vs

51,800

Expected for age

The average 2019 SEAT ALHAMBRA has 53,999 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 51,800 miles for a 7-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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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 2019 SEAT ALHAMBRA

The 2019 SEAT ALHAMBRA is a small family car with a 1395cc petrol engine. 4,394 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2019, the average MOT pass rate is 90%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 53,999 miles at 7 years old, SEAT ALHAMBRA owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2019 SEAT ALHAMBRA Fuel Costs

The 1395cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2019 SEAT ALHAMBRA?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,737 145/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 88% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

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 2019 SEAT ALHAMBRA

At 7 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2019 SEAT ALHAMBRA's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2019 SEAT ALHAMBRA stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
SEAT ALHAMBRA(2019)88%£1137£195Grp 8-20£1737
FORD FIESTA(2018)90%£955£190Grp 1-8£1400-£337
FORD FOCUS(2017)89%£1137£190Grp 12-25£1732-£5
NISSAN QASHQAI(2017)86%£955£190Grp 5-15£1550-£187
VAUXHALL CORSA(2017)82%£1137£190Grp 8-20£1732-£5

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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