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Q25FDD

1986 Marlin Roadster

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

49,735 mi
Last recorded49,735 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2010
Typical for 1986 Marlin Roadster33,502 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ25FDD
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2010 49,735 miles

slight play in n/s/f lower trunnion

Pass 6 Jun 2009 49,360 miles

Nearside rear tyre sidewalls various cuts/damage.

Offside front wheel has odd wheel nuts.

Fail 30 May 2009 49,345 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside rear tyre sidewalls various cuts/damage.

Offside front wheel has odd wheel nuts.

Pass 12 Apr 2008 48,762 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 47,660 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 46,281 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 46,281 miles

Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)

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

Offside Panhard rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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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Q25FDD is a 1986 Marlin Roadster in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 Q25FDD, 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 Q25FDD registered?

Q25FDD is a 1986 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 27 October 1986.

Is Q25FDD safe to buy?

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