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L464 APB

1994 Marcos Mantula

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

75,753 mi
Last recorded75,753 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2022
Typical for 1994 Marcos Mantula10,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL464 APB
MakeMarcos
ModelMantula
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2022 75,753 miles

Nearside Front bottom ball joint, pinch bolt threads not far enough though on nylock nut

all brake pipes covered in grease hard to check rust

Fail 13 Sep 2022 75,753 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp not working both rear (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front bottom ball joint, pinch bolt threads not far enough though on nylock nut

all brake pipes covered in grease hard to check rust

Fail 18 Jul 2022 75,735 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn trunnion joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material /lower (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 74,741 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant from radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2021 74,741 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant from radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 74,299 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 72,725 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 71,756 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 69,637 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 68,061 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 66,123 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 61,974 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 60,761 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 59,936 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 59,055 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 57,671 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 56,241 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 54,788 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 54,091 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the Marcos Mantula?

Based on 1,363 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
539
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 32
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 29
Stop lamp not working 24
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 18
brake binding 17
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L464 APB is a 1994 Marcos Mantula in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1994 Marcos Mantula models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 10,697 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 Marcos Mantula fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L464 APB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Marcos Mantula typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 32 years old, this Marcos Mantula is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L464 APB registered?

L464 APB is a 1994 Marcos Mantula, first registered on 1 June 1994.

Is L464 APB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L464 APB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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