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FBU 264Y

1983 Volkswagen Trike

Multi-colour Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2017
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Trike12,875 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBU 264Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTrike
Year1983
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 26 Oct 2016
Pass 12 Sep 2014
Pass 1 Aug 2011

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 28 Jun 2010

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2008

body bolt lose

Pass 14 May 2007
Pass 20 May 2006 13,820 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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FBU 264Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Trike in Multi-colour with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Trike models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 12,875 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FBU 264Y, 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 43 years old, this Volkswagen Trike is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FBU 264Y registered?

FBU 264Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Trike, first registered on 28 April 1983.

Is FBU 264Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBU 264Y shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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