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L216 FCX

1993 Seat Marbella

White Petrol 903cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

73,667 mi
Last recorded73,667 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2005
Typical for 1993 Seat Marbella49,391 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL216 FCX
MakeSeat
ModelMarbella
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine903cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 30 Nov 2005 73,667 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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L216 FCX is a 1993 Seat Marbella in White with a 903cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1993 Seat Marbella models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 49,391 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L216 FCX, 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 33 years old, this Seat Marbella is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L216 FCX registered?

L216 FCX is a 1993 Seat Marbella, first registered on 11 November 1993.

Is L216 FCX safe to buy?

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