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BVC 757K

1972 Marlin Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

75,978 mi
Last recorded75,978 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2020
Typical for 1972 Marlin Roadster48,648 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVC 757K
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2020 75,978 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 75,541 miles

under cover fitted

Pass 27 Jul 2018 74,258 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 72,831 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 70,942 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 69,719 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 68,028 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 64,615 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 63,548 miles

advise o/s/f shock bush slight play

Pass 9 May 2011 62,107 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 59,739 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 59,732 miles

Brake servo insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 58,279 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 58,274 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 57,430 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 57,422 miles

Offside Front Torsion bar insecure at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 53,266 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 5,997 miles

How Reliable is the Marlin Roadster?

Based on 2,085 MOT tests across 223 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
396
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
223
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 48
Stop lamp not working 37
brake recording little or no effort 36
Steering rack gaiter split 31
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 24
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BVC 757K is a 1972 Marlin Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1972 Marlin Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 48,648 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Marlin Roadster fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BVC 757K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Marlin Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Marlin Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BVC 757K registered?

BVC 757K is a 1972 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is BVC 757K safe to buy?

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