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Q485WHE

1993 Marlin Roadster

Green Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

31,156 mi
Last recorded31,156 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 1993 Marlin Roadster29,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ485WHE
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 31,156 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 30,154 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 29,290 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 27,853 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 27,853 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 26,611 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 26,089 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 26,082 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe collapsed (3.6.C.1b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 26,012 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2012 23,673 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 9 Mar 2012 23,672 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 22,659 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 22,158 miles

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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Q485WHE is a 1993 Marlin Roadster in Green with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1993 Marlin Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 29,826 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Marlin Roadster fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Q485WHE, 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 33 years old, this Marlin Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q485WHE registered?

Q485WHE is a 1993 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 14 June 1993.

Is Q485WHE safe to buy?

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