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Q294MNO

1990 Marlin Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

29,048 mi
Last recorded29,048 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2021
Typical for 1990 Marlin Roadster28,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ294MNO
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2021 29,048 miles

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

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

Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2021 29,030 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively and rear one (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

both rear brake back plates damp

Pass 8 Oct 2019 28,969 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2019 28,960 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 28,525 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 28,235 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 27,000 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 25,324 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 24,784 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 24,414 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 24,190 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 23,806 miles

Coolant leak

oil sump coroded

tyre cracking due to age

Fail 28 Apr 2011 23,806 miles

Coolant leak

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

oil sump coroded

tyre cracking due to age

Fail 18 Sep 2006 23,801 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.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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Q294MNO is a 1990 Marlin Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1990 Marlin Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 28,714 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 Q294MNO, 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 36 years old, this Marlin Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q294MNO registered?

Q294MNO is a 1990 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 1 March 1990.

Is Q294MNO safe to buy?

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