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Q78XUX

1983 Marlin Roadster

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,877 mi
Last recorded18,877 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2023
Typical for 1983 Marlin Roadster16,987 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ78XUX
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2023 18,877 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 18,867 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 18,664 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Apr 2017 18,590 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 18,148 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 18,148 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Rear position lamp(s) not working both. (1.1.A.3b)

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

Stop lamp not working both. (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 17,460 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 17,441 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 17,424 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 17,328 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 17,296 miles

Additional reports listed on invoice number 67212

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 3 Jul 2008 17,296 miles

Additional reports listed on invoice number 67212

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm locating pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2007 16,969 miles

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

slight play in nearside rack arm

Pass 7 Jul 2006 16,734 miles

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

Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

slight play to nearside front lower trunion.

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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Q78XUX is a 1983 Marlin Roadster in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1983 Marlin Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 16,987 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 Q78XUX, 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 43 years old, this Marlin Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q78XUX registered?

Q78XUX is a 1983 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 1 October 1983.

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