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Q765BAU

1993 Marlin Roadster

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,792 mi
Last recorded39,792 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2015
Typical for 1993 Marlin Roadster29,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ765BAU
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 19 Aug 2015 39,792 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 38,603 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 38,561 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 38,463 miles

Slight freeplay found to front suspension trunions.

Fail 29 Mar 2007 38,463 miles

Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component securing device missing (3.5.1i)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front suspension trunions have slight play

Pass 29 Apr 2006 38,457 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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Q765BAU is a 1993 Marlin Roadster in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 Q765BAU, 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 Q765BAU registered?

Q765BAU is a 1993 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 17 May 1993.

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