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1986 Marlin Sportster 2.5L Petrol · D183 GDL

D183 GDL

1986 Marlin Sportster (2.5L, petrol). First registered 31/12/1986. Recorded mileage 1,778 miles. MOT valid until 05/02/2027.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 05/02/2027
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1986
Engine
2494cc

D183 GDL Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 06/02/2026
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
80
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)
! Older vehicle
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D183 GDL Mileage History

  1. 28/09/202216,330 mi
  2. 04/11/20241,778 mi-14,552 mi

Average of roughly -6,920 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

D183 GDL MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1986 Marlin Sportster (D183 GDL) between September 2022 and February 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 06 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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