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Q307CPF

1987 Marlin Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1987 Marlin Roadster13,790 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ307CPF
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2023

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2023

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022
Pass 6 Aug 2021 11 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

all underneath painted

Fail 29 Jul 2021 9 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) N/S rack end (spindle) (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

all underneath painted

Pass 18 Feb 2011 7,711 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 7,711 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 7,711 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 7,711 miles

front brake pads wearing low

slight play in n/s/f bottom swivel joint

slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

speedo cable disconnected

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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Q307CPF is a 1987 Marlin Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 Q307CPF, 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 Q307CPF registered?

Q307CPF is a 1987 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 4 June 1987.

Is Q307CPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q307CPF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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