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JHV 84K

1971 Marlin Roadster

Red Petrol 1779cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

91,440 mi
Last recorded91,440 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2026
Typical for 1971 Marlin Roadster28,367 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHV 84K
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,779cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2026 91,440 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2026 91,436 miles

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Apr 2025 91,083 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 90,758 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 90,496 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 90,290 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 89,895 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 89,811 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 89,797 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2019 89,797 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 89,516 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 88,333 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 87,375 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 85,810 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 85,236 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 84,188 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 83,381 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 82,411 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 81,363 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 80,638 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 80,633 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 80,607 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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JHV 84K is a 1971 Marlin Roadster in Red with a 1,779cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1971 Marlin Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 28,367 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 JHV 84K, 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 55 years old, this Marlin Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JHV 84K registered?

JHV 84K is a 1971 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 25 August 1971.

Is JHV 84K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHV 84K shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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