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WJZ 6543

1989 Marlin Roadster

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

63,831 mi
Last recorded63,831 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Marlin Roadster37,082 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJZ 6543
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 63,831 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2025 63,700 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2024 57,163 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 52,925 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 51,724 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Fuel pipe chafing (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2022 51,724 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Power steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 51,628 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 50,073 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2017 48,735 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak ()

unable to fully check seat belt mounting points

Fail 12 Oct 2017 48,725 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam spot (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Steering locking device insecure top end under bonnet, tabs not locked off. (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak ()

unable to fully check seat belt mounting points

Pass 4 Jan 2017 47,561 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 3 Jan 2017 47,560 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 47,309 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 47,304 miles

engine coolant leak

Pass 10 Dec 2013 46,849 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 46,600 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 45,392 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 44,562 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 43,994 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 42,040 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 40,018 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 35,795 miles

new exhaust exits close to n s r tyre

Pass 6 Jan 2006 31,986 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2005 31,985 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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WJZ 6543 is a 1989 Marlin Roadster in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1989 Marlin Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 37,082 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 WJZ 6543, 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 37 years old, this Marlin Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WJZ 6543 registered?

WJZ 6543 is a 1989 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is WJZ 6543 safe to buy?

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