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EJD 298V

1980 Marlin Roadster

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2023
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,809 mi
Last recorded2,809 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2022
Typical for 1980 Marlin Roadster11,420 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJD 298V
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 8 Apr 2022 2,809 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2021 2,809 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 2,770 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear tyre treads cracking

Pass 4 Mar 2019 2,499 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 2,311 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 2,048 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 1,760 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 1,355 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 915 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 450 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 99,761 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 98,855 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 98,344 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 97,534 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 96,609 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2007 95,875 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 94,303 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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EJD 298V is a 1980 Marlin Roadster in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Marlin Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.1% with a typical mileage of 11,420 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 EJD 298V, 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 46 years old, this Marlin Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EJD 298V registered?

EJD 298V is a 1980 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 5 February 1980.

Is EJD 298V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJD 298V shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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