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Q794JDV

1986 Marlin Roadster

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

41,058 mi
Last recorded41,058 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2014
Typical for 1986 Marlin Roadster33,502 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ794JDV
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2014 41,058 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 40,328 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 39,923 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 38,249 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 35,186 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 33,629 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 33,629 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 33,379 miles

Centre Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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Q794JDV is a 1986 Marlin Roadster in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1986 Marlin Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 33,502 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 Q794JDV, 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 40 years old, this Marlin Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q794JDV registered?

Q794JDV is a 1986 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 25 June 1986.

Is Q794JDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q794JDV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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