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Q458WJR

1987 Marlin Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

15,786 mi
Last recorded15,786 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Marlin Roadster13,790 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ458WJR
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 15,786 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 15,282 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 14,796 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 14,593 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 13,941 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 13,639 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 13,474 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2019 13,466 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside 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))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 13,200 miles

Handbrake may need attention soon, just met the requirements

oil leak

Fail 1 Aug 2018 13,178 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

oil leak

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 22 Aug 2017 12,755 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Aug 2016 12,416 miles

oil leak

Fail 4 Aug 2016 12,402 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak ()

Pass 3 Jul 2015 12,013 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jul 2014 11,267 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 10,102 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jul 2012 9,504 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 8,801 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 7,905 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 7,004 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 6,910 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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Q458WJR is a 1987 Marlin Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1987 Marlin Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 13,790 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 Q458WJR, 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 39 years old, this Marlin Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q458WJR registered?

Q458WJR is a 1987 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 10 July 1987.

Is Q458WJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q458WJR shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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