What year SEAT Marbella Glx is most reliable?

Based on MOT first-test pass rates, the 1989 SEAT Marbella Glx has the highest pass rate at 70.0%, out of 460 vehicles tested.

What are the most common SEAT Marbella Glx MOT failures?

The most common SEAT Marbella Glx MOT failures vary by year. Check the individual year pages for detailed defect breakdowns — links in the table above.

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SEAT Marbella Glx — Reliability by Year

927 vehicles · MOT data 1988–1990 · first-test pass rates

This page shows MOT first-test pass rates for each year the SEAT Marbella Glx was manufactured — click any year to explore that cohort in detail. Trying to decide which year to buy? See the full buying guide →

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Best pass rate year

1989

70.0% pass rate · 460 vehicles

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Lowest pass rate year

1990

55.0% pass rate · 230 vehicles

Year	Pass rate	Avg mileage	Vehicles
1990	55.0%	44,546 mi	230
1989	70.0%	36,523 mi	460
1988	—	—	237

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