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SPH 365M

1973 Marlin Roadster

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

11,599 mi
Last recorded11,599 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2015
Typical for 1973 Marlin Roadster15,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPH 365M
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2015 11,599 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2015 10,303 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 8,299 miles

N/S/R Tyre has a cut in sidewall not deep enought to reach poly or chords

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 9 Nov 2013 8,298 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

N/S/R Tyre has a cut in sidewall not deep enought to reach poly or chords

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2012 6,092 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 3,923 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 1,705 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 56 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 97,733 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 95,386 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 94,047 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 90,975 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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SPH 365M is a 1973 Marlin Roadster in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 SPH 365M, 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.

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What year was SPH 365M registered?

SPH 365M is a 1973 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 3 August 1973.

Is SPH 365M safe to buy?

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