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C261 GVU

1986 Honda Trike

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

54,244 mi
Last recorded54,244 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1986 Honda Trike31,675 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC261 GVU
MakeHonda
ModelTrike
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 54,244 miles

slight oil leak on engine

Fail 28 Apr 2026 54,211 miles

Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

slight oil leak on engine

Pass 22 Apr 2025 54,176 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 54,163 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Apr 2023 54,155 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 54,111 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 53,852 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 50,467 miles

Front brakes slight bind

Front front indicators also markers

Pass 23 Apr 2016 50,378 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 49,656 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 48,901 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 47,267 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 46,538 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 46,185 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 45,906 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 44,650 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 41,476 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 36,862 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Trike?

Based on 3,482 MOT tests across 329 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
584
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
329
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 45
brake recording little or no effort 39
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 38
parking brake recording little or no effort 32
reflector missing 29
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C261 GVU is a 1986 Honda Trike in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1986 Honda Trike models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 31,675 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Trike fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C261 GVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Trike typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 40 years old, this Honda Trike is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C261 GVU?

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What year was C261 GVU registered?

C261 GVU is a 1986 Honda Trike, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C261 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C261 GVU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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