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Q929UGL

1987 Marlin Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,730 mi
Last recorded15,730 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2011
Typical for 1987 Marlin Roadster13,790 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ929UGL
MakeMarlin
ModelRoadster
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 24 Sep 2011 15,730 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 15,367 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 15,001 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 14,651 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 14,336 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2006 14,026 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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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Q929UGL is a 1987 Marlin Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Marlin Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 13,790 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 Q929UGL, 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 39 years old, this Marlin Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q929UGL registered?

Q929UGL is a 1987 Marlin Roadster, first registered on 8 April 1987.

Is Q929UGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q929UGL shows 6 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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