MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
98,489 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Battery insecure
Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Battery insecure
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Offside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
How Reliable is the Marlin Roadster?
Based on 2,085 MOT tests across 223 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SLA 581R is a 1977 Marlin Roadster in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.
Across all 1977 Marlin Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 14,413 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 SLA 581R, 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 49 years old, this Marlin Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What year was SLA 581R registered?
SLA 581R is a 1977 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 17 February 1977.
Is SLA 581R safe to buy?
The MOT history for SLA 581R shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does SLA 581R have outstanding finance?
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