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Q353WRX

1971 Marlin Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

28,367 mi
Last recorded28,367 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2005
Typical for 1971 Marlin Roadster28,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ353WRX
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2005 28,367 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2005 28,367 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front suspension has a suspension upper ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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Q353WRX is a 1971 Marlin Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 Marlin Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 28,367 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 Q353WRX, 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 55 years old, this Marlin Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Q353WRX registered?

Q353WRX is a 1971 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is Q353WRX safe to buy?

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