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Q853PWS

1971 Marlin Roadster

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,161 mi
Last recorded72,161 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2013
Typical for 1971 Marlin Roadster28,367 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ853PWS
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2013 72,161 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 72,153 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 71,978 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 71,978 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 15,767 miles

Nearside Inner Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

centre exhaust close to body

play in steering column/bulk head

surface rust chassis

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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Q853PWS is a 1971 Marlin Roadster in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1971 Marlin Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 28,367 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 Q853PWS, 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 55 years old, this Marlin Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Q853PWS registered?

Q853PWS is a 1971 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is Q853PWS safe to buy?

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