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Q390NYA

1985 Marlin Roadster

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

2,808 mi
Last recorded2,808 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Marlin Roadster25,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ390NYA
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 2,808 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2025 2,801 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 2,792 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 2,785 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 2,749 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 2,727 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 2,719 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 2,719 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 2,680 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 2,581 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 2,499 miles

N/S/R brake slightly binding

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2011 2,423 miles

N/S/R wheel slightly binding

Fail 7 Oct 2011 2,423 miles

N/S/R wheel slightly binding

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 15 Oct 2010 2,284 miles

Dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (1.7.4b)

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2010 2,284 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 2,083 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 1,408 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 1,079 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 1,079 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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Q390NYA is a 1985 Marlin Roadster in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1985 Marlin Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 25,386 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 Q390NYA, 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 41 years old, this Marlin Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Q390NYA registered?

Q390NYA is a 1985 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is Q390NYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q390NYA shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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