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Brake performance unable to be tested Fluid leaking (1.2.1 (g))
Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Central Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Coolant leak ()
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Steering head bearings has excessive wear or free play Notchy and stiff (2.2.2 (g))
Central Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Centre Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Centre Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Upper Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
How Reliable is the Reliant Trike?
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C587 CTA is a 1985 Reliant Trike in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 C587 CTA, 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.
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What year was C587 CTA registered?
C587 CTA is a 1985 Reliant Trike, first registered on 1 August 1985.
Is C587 CTA safe to buy?
The MOT history for C587 CTA shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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