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J901 PTM

1992 Seat Marbella

Black Petrol 903cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,987 mi
Last recorded74,987 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 1992 Seat Marbella47,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ901 PTM
MakeSeat
ModelMarbella
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine903cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2025 74,987 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush rear hanger (5.3.4 (a) (i))

slight corrosion on both sills

Pass 25 Jul 2024 67,899 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight corrosion on sills

Pass 28 May 2019 66,879 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 66,809 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 66,492 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 65,998 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 64,948 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 63,910 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 62,824 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2012 61,480 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 May 2011 59,535 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 May 2010 57,699 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 55,961 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 54,466 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 52,742 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)

Pass 11 May 2006 50,594 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
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J901 PTM is a 1992 Seat Marbella in Black with a 903cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 Seat Marbella models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 47,904 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 J901 PTM, 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 34 years old, this Seat Marbella is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J901 PTM registered?

J901 PTM is a 1992 Seat Marbella, first registered on 4 March 1992.

Is J901 PTM safe to buy?

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