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Q101YAW

1987 Marlin Roadster

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

27,725 mi
Last recorded27,725 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2020
Typical for 1987 Marlin Roadster13,790 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ101YAW
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2020 27,725 miles

hand brake cables corroded

rear tyres starting to perish

slight bind to o/s/r wheel

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 8 May 2019 27,505 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement [trunion] (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trunion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2019 27,505 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trunion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trunion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Mar 2019 27,490 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 27,340 miles

paring brake lever has little reserve travel

slight bind to o/s/r wheel

Fail 21 Feb 2018 27,340 miles

Electrical wiring insecure above rear axle (1.9.2a)

paring brake lever has little reserve travel

slight bind to o/s/r wheel

Pass 7 Sep 2016 26,980 miles

oil leak

slight play n/s/f wheel bearing

Fail 30 Aug 2016 26,980 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Lower Steering column flexible coupling has excessive play (2.1.5)

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

Vehicle Identification Number not permanently displayed (6.3.5.a)

oil leak

slight play n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 14 Jul 2015 25,961 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 25,696 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Lower Steering column universal joint is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight lift and play in both front trunun bushes.

Fail 1 Aug 2014 25,696 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Lower Steering column universal joint is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight lift and play in both front trunun bushes.

Pass 19 Aug 2013 25,677 miles

slight play in n/s/f drag link

slight play n/s/f wheel bearing

steering shaft uj poor condition

Pass 20 Aug 2012 25,664 miles

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

slight play in both front trunun bushes.

Pass 28 Jul 2011 25,613 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

steering column bottom coupling as slight wear

Pass 26 Aug 2010 24,514 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 23,578 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

engine mountings starting to come unbonded.

slight lift/play in both front trunion bushes.

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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Q101YAW is a 1987 Marlin Roadster in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 Q101YAW, 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 Q101YAW registered?

Q101YAW is a 1987 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 5 June 1987.

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