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YBP 849L

1972 Marlin Roadster

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

69,931 mi
Last recorded69,931 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2024
Typical for 1972 Marlin Roadster48,648 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBP 849L
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2024 69,931 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 69,951 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 67,206 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 65,440 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 63,733 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 62,411 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 61,053 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 59,874 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 58,654 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2012 58,650 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 56,940 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 55,420 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 12 Nov 2009 54,568 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 53,017 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 51,300 miles

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 29 Dec 2006 50,307 miles

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

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

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

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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YBP 849L is a 1972 Marlin Roadster in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1972 Marlin Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 48,648 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 YBP 849L, 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 54 years old, this Marlin Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YBP 849L registered?

YBP 849L is a 1972 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 28 September 1972.

Is YBP 849L safe to buy?

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