MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
4,241 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
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)
How Reliable is the Marlin Roadster?
Based on 2,085 MOT tests across 223 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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How do I check the history of RAD 496W?
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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.
Does RAD 496W have outstanding finance?
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