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NWL 475W

1981 Marlin Roadster

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2023
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,430 mi
Last recorded42,430 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2022
Typical for 1981 Marlin Roadster15,611 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNWL 475W
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 26 Oct 2022 42,430 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2021 41,801 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 41,169 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 40,350 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Jun 2012 40,326 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 40,141 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 39,546 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 38,803 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 38,546 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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NWL 475W is a 1981 Marlin Roadster in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 NWL 475W, 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 NWL 475W registered?

NWL 475W is a 1981 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 3 April 1981.

Is NWL 475W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NWL 475W shows 9 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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