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JMB 328L

1973 Marlin Roadster

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

17,661 mi
Last recorded17,661 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
Typical for 1973 Marlin Roadster15,476 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJMB 328L
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2024 17,661 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 16,604 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 16,462 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 16,369 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 16,004 miles

Oil leaks

all lights worked at time of test but appear to have fault when stork switch worked.

rear nilocks on rear missing but appear to have been thread locked

windscreen cracked but not in view of road.

Fail 11 May 2015 16,002 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Oil leaks

all lights worked at time of test but appear to have fault when stork switch worked.

rear nilocks on rear missing but appear to have been thread locked

windscreen cracked but not in view of road.

Pass 14 Apr 2014 15,766 miles

gear leaver catching body under floor

gerabox catching floor possible weak engine mounting

Fail 10 Apr 2014 15,764 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

gear leaver catching body under floor

gerabox catching floor possible weak engine mounting

Pass 26 Apr 2013 15,683 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 15,683 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 23 Apr 2012 15,476 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 15,476 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 15,261 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2010 14,688 miles

corosion on chassis and running gear

play in steering and suspention bushs

Pass 25 Apr 2009 14,383 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 13,683 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 12,552 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 11,959 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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JMB 328L is a 1973 Marlin Roadster in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1973 Marlin Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 15,476 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 JMB 328L, 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 53 years old, this Marlin Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JMB 328L?

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What year was JMB 328L registered?

JMB 328L is a 1973 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 21 March 1973.

Is JMB 328L safe to buy?

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