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Q347RAE

1988 Marlin Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

58,226 mi
Last recorded58,226 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2023
Typical for 1988 Marlin Roadster43,999 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ347RAE
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2023 58,226 miles

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 58,114 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2023 58,114 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 57,858 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2021 57,858 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 57,232 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2019 57,232 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2018 57,015 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 55,932 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 21 Mar 2017 55,932 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 55,323 miles

Nearside Steering Rack slight play

Pass 3 Feb 2015 53,635 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 52,465 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 551,774 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 50,115 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 48,854 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2009 47,634 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 47,634 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 47,256 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2008 47,256 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 17 Dec 2005 45,920 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2005 45,920 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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Q347RAE is a 1988 Marlin Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 1988 Marlin Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 43,999 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 Q347RAE, 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 38 years old, this Marlin Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q347RAE registered?

Q347RAE is a 1988 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 19 May 1988.

Is Q347RAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q347RAE shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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