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Q896FLH

1995 Marlin Roadster

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

536 mi
Last recorded536 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ896FLH
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2013 536 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable repaired, but not inappropriately (3.5.1n)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 5 Jun 2013 524 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake cable repaired, but not inappropriately (3.5.1n)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 28 Jan 2012 99,941 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 99,772 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 99,772 miles

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

Front Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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Q896FLH is a 1995 Marlin Roadster in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Marlin Roadster fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Q896FLH, 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 31 years old, this Marlin Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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Q896FLH is a 1995 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 15 May 1995.

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