CarVerify

Free Car Check

H217 DFK

1991 Seat Marbella

Red Petrol 843cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,830 mi
Last recorded14,830 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2020
Typical for 1991 Seat Marbella53,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Seat
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationH217 DFK
MakeSeat
ModelMarbella
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2020 14,830 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box starting to rot (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 14,782 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

exhaust starting to rot

Pass 16 Feb 2018 14,740 miles

exhaust back box starting to rot

Pass 13 Mar 2017 14,713 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 14,667 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 14,648 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 14,637 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 14,562 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 14,542 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2011 14,519 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 14,461 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 14,410 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 14,305 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 14,187 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 13,994 miles

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
Full Seat Marbella reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

H217 DFK 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 100%.

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 H217 DFK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H217 DFK?

You can check the full history of H217 DFK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was H217 DFK registered?

H217 DFK is a 1991 Seat Marbella, first registered on 4 March 1991.

Is H217 DFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for H217 DFK shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H217 DFK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on H217 DFK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.