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H972 FLN

1990 Seat Terra

Red Petrol 903cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2022
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

18,604 mi
Last recorded18,604 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2021
Typical for 1990 Seat Terra59,924 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH972 FLN
MakeSeat
ModelTerra
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine903cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2021 18,604 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 16,222 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside sills corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 13,936 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 13,936 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 111,494 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 103,432 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 102,540 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 104,796 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 500 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 99,214 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2014 99,214 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 96,591 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2011 93,992 miles

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 30 Dec 2011 93,992 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 91,500 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 88,978 miles

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

front brake balance on the limit

Fail 6 Jan 2010 88,977 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2009 86,320 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2007 84,541 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Dec 2006 81,702 miles

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

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

Offside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2005 79,773 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Terra?

Based on 2,067 MOT tests across 460 vehicles.

61.4%
Pass Rate
1,544
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
460
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 165
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 147
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 132
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 131
constant velocity joint gaiter split 117
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H972 FLN is a 1990 Seat Terra in Red with a 903cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1990 Seat Terra models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 59,924 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Terra fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 165 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H972 FLN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Terra typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 36 years old, this Seat Terra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H972 FLN registered?

H972 FLN is a 1990 Seat Terra, first registered on 29 November 1990.

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