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Q789JBW

1988 Marlin Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,179 mi
Last recorded61,179 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Marlin Roadster43,999 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ789JBW
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2025 61,179 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 60,985 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 59,266 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 57,659 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 55,808 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 55,774 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 54,042 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 52,485 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 50,867 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 48,987 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 45,963 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 42,502 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 39,075 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 36,000 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 6,099 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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Q789JBW is a 1988 Marlin Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Marlin Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 43,999 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 Q789JBW, 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 38 years old, this Marlin Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q789JBW registered?

Q789JBW is a 1988 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 2 March 1988.

Is Q789JBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q789JBW shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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