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Q679NTR

1985 Marlin Roadster

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,857 mi
Last recorded11,857 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 1985 Marlin Roadster25,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ679NTR
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025 11,857 miles

Coolant leak rad ()

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 3 Apr 2025 11,849 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Coolant leak rad ()

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 May 2019 11,710 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2010 11,527 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 11,190 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 10,281 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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Q679NTR is a 1985 Marlin Roadster in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 Q679NTR, 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.

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What year was Q679NTR registered?

Q679NTR is a 1985 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 29 April 1985.

Is Q679NTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q679NTR shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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