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F972 RVL

1988 Honda Trike

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,095 mi
Last recorded37,095 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2011
Typical for 1988 Honda Trike56,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF972 RVL
MakeHonda
ModelTrike
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2011 37,095 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 34,381 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 33,515 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 32,254 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 32,254 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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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F972 RVL is a 1988 Honda Trike in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 Honda Trike models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 56,640 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 Honda Trike fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F972 RVL, 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 38 years old, this Honda Trike is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F972 RVL?

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What year was F972 RVL registered?

F972 RVL is a 1988 Honda Trike, first registered on 1 January 1988.

Is F972 RVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F972 RVL shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F972 RVL have outstanding finance?

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