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H297 VRN

1991 Seat Marbella

Red Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,502 mi
Last recorded32,502 miles
Recorded on14 May 2020
Typical for 1991 Seat Marbella53,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH297 VRN
MakeSeat
ModelMarbella
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2020 32,502 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 31,815 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2016 30,538 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 29,675 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 27,802 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 May 2011 25,579 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 25,542 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 24,888 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 24,152 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 24,152 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 22,986 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2008 22,986 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2007 21,910 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2007 21,910 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 18 Jan 2006 20,254 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Seat Marbella?

Based on 4,916 MOT tests across 1,133 vehicles.

63.6%
Pass Rate
1,441
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,133
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 409
constant velocity joint gaiter split 268
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 260
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 240
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 224
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H297 VRN is a 1991 Seat Marbella in Red with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1991 Seat Marbella models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 53,342 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Marbella fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 409 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H297 VRN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Marbella typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 35 years old, this Seat Marbella is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H297 VRN registered?

H297 VRN is a 1991 Seat Marbella, first registered on 4 March 1991.

Is H297 VRN safe to buy?

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