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Q759MEV

1986 Marlin Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,109 mi
Last recorded24,109 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2014
Typical for 1986 Marlin Roadster33,502 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ759MEV
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2014 24,109 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 23,772 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Sep 2013 23,772 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 22,779 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 21,817 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 20,572 miles

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

Slight play in steering rack both sides

Pass 4 Jul 2009 19,782 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 18,371 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2008 18,360 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2007 17,143 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2007 17,143 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 15,548 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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Q759MEV is a 1986 Marlin Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1986 Marlin Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 33,502 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 Q759MEV, 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 40 years old, this Marlin Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q759MEV registered?

Q759MEV is a 1986 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 16 January 1986.

Is Q759MEV safe to buy?

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