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SEAT ALHAMBRA (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 75 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

73%

Total Tests (2024)

75

Avg Mileage

27,872 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,782

Is the 2021 SEAT ALHAMBRA reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 9 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the SEAT brand average of 85%.

At 3 years old, 73% of SEAT ALHAMBRAs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 75 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 27,872 miles.

How does the 2021 SEAT ALHAMBRA compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars3359th out of 3,373(top 100%)
Rank among all SEAT models263th out of 311(top 85%)
vs national average-9% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average-19% (92% avg)
vs SEAT average-12% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 SEAT ALHAMBRA has 27,872 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-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 2021 sits between the two at 73%.

How much does a 2021 SEAT ALHAMBRA cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1968cc)
£1,037
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£500
Total per year£1,782
Per month£149/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 2021 SEAT ALHAMBRA

The 2021 SEAT ALHAMBRA is a family car with a 1968cc diesel engine. 75 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 100% of 2021 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 27,872 miles at 3 years old, SEAT ALHAMBRA owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2021 SEAT ALHAMBRA Fuel Costs

The 1968cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 48 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,037 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2021 SEAT ALHAMBRA?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,782 (£149/month), broken down as £1037 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 73% 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 2021 SEAT ALHAMBRA

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. If you're flexible on year, the 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 88%. Note: with only 75 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2021 SEAT ALHAMBRA

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