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BRM 25K

1987 Volkswagen Trike

Black Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,955 mi
Last recorded28,955 miles
Recorded on21 May 2008
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Trike7,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRM 25K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTrike
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2008 28,955 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 28,955 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 May 2007 28,115 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Trike?

Based on 2,868 MOT tests across 298 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
298
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 74
wheel bearing has excessive play 38
position lamp(s) not working 29
brake recording little or no effort 23
parking brake recording little or no effort 23
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BRM 25K is a 1987 Volkswagen Trike in Black with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Volkswagen Trike models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 7,958 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 Volkswagen Trike fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BRM 25K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Trike typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 39 years old, this Volkswagen Trike is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BRM 25K?

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What year was BRM 25K registered?

BRM 25K is a 1987 Volkswagen Trike, first registered on 6 May 1987.

Is BRM 25K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRM 25K shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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