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RAD 496W

1981 Marlin Roadster

Red Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

4,241 mi
Last recorded4,241 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2023
Typical for 1981 Marlin Roadster15,611 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAD 496W
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2023 4,241 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 4,157 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 4,008 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 3,864 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 3,646 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 3,460 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 33,319 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 3,204 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 3,062 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 30,627 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 2,935 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 2,799 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 2,664 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 2,607 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 2,395 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 2,275 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 1,828 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 1,598 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 1,270 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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RAD 496W is a 1981 Marlin Roadster in Red with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 RAD 496W, 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 RAD 496W registered?

RAD 496W is a 1981 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 23 April 1981.

Is RAD 496W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAD 496W shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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