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B147 KNP

1985 Reliant Trike

Gold Petrol 847cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

34,854 mi
Last recorded34,854 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1985 Reliant Trike14,246 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB147 KNP
MakeReliant
ModelTrike
Year1985
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine847cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 34,854 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 34,752 miles

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

battery loose

handbrake effort

headrace bearings slightly notchy

Pass 30 Aug 2022 34,539 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2022 34,473 miles

Offside Rear Brake rod insecure broken (1.1.15 (c))

Parking brake inoperative on one side both sides (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jul 2021 34,307 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 33,370 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 33,181 miles

Nearside Rear Inner shock bush worn

anti freeze coolant leak

front brake binding, advise strip and check

offside brake rod is threaded bar welded but solid

too early for hazards per section 1 of manual

Pass 11 Aug 2017 33,038 miles

park brake rod made from threaded rod, secure and functions

rear shock bush deteriorated

trike too old to require hazards as per section:1 of inspection manual

Fail 9 Aug 2017 33,038 miles

Front Fuel hose excessively damaged (7.2.2)

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

Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

park brake rod made from threaded rod, secure and functions

rear shock bush deteriorated

Pass 15 Jul 2016 32,671 miles

front mudguard bolt loose

headlamp bracket slightly loose

rear anti roll links fouling

rear shock springs fouling

Pass 21 May 2014 5,616 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 4,894 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 4,870 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 61,058 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 60,866 miles

FRONT TYRE CRACKED/PERISHED

Pass 27 Mar 2009 60,273 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 59,235 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 59,172 miles

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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B147 KNP is a 1985 Reliant Trike in Gold with a 847cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1985 Reliant Trike models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 14,246 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B147 KNP, 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 41 years old, this Reliant Trike is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B147 KNP registered?

B147 KNP is a 1985 Reliant Trike, first registered on 19 March 1985.

Is B147 KNP safe to buy?

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