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JEU 559X

1981 Marlin Roadster

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

27,243 mi
Last recorded27,243 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2015
Typical for 1981 Marlin Roadster15,611 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJEU 559X
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 29 Jan 2015 27,243 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 27,243 miles

Offside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 22,765 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 22,761 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2013 19,734 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 17,848 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 15,613 miles

o/s/f seat belt locking device missing

Fail 2 Nov 2010 15,609 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

o/s/f seat belt locking device missing

Pass 2 Oct 2007 15,519 miles

slight play in steering rack

Pass 19 May 2006 14,905 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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JEU 559X is a 1981 Marlin Roadster in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1981 Marlin Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 15,611 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 Marlin Roadster fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JEU 559X, 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 45 years old, this Marlin Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JEU 559X registered?

JEU 559X is a 1981 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 15 December 1981.

Is JEU 559X safe to buy?

The MOT history for JEU 559X shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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