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A717 CAU

1983 Reliant Trike

Purple Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2017
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA717 CAU
MakeReliant
ModelTrike
Year1983
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2016

How Reliable is the Reliant Trike?

Based on 1,623 MOT tests across 183 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
444
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
183
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 50
reflector missing 21
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16
brake recording little or no effort 15
position lamp(s) not working 13
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A717 CAU is a 1983 Reliant Trike in Purple with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Reliant Trike fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A717 CAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Trike typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 43 years old, this Reliant Trike is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A717 CAU?

You can check the full history of A717 CAU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was A717 CAU registered?

A717 CAU is a 1983 Reliant Trike, first registered on 1 November 1983.

Is A717 CAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A717 CAU shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A717 CAU have outstanding finance?

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