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FLM 609J

1970 Volkswagen Trike

Blue Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

175 mi
Last recorded175 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLM 609J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTrike
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Dec 2006 175 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Centre Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Indicator tell tale missing (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever is located so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated from the driver's seat (3.1.3c)

Steering component mounting prescribed area is severely distorted (2.2.C.1h)

difficult to reach front brake lever when steering on full left hand lock

Pass 12 May 2006 9,509 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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FLM 609J is a 1970 Volkswagen Trike in Blue with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 FLM 609J, 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 56 years old, this Volkswagen Trike is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FLM 609J registered?

FLM 609J is a 1970 Volkswagen Trike, first registered on 20 October 1970.

Is FLM 609J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLM 609J shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FLM 609J have outstanding finance?

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