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GEL 253Y

1983 Honda Trike

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,562 mi
Last recorded32,562 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 1983 Honda Trike49,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEL 253Y
MakeHonda
ModelTrike
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2017 32,562 miles

slight movement in swing arm bushes

Pass 23 Aug 2014 32,402 miles

horn weak

Pass 21 Jun 2013 31,764 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 31,699 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 31,653 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 31,653 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 May 2010 31,544 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 31,434 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 31,282 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 31,175 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 30,794 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2006 30,759 miles

Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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GEL 253Y is a 1983 Honda Trike in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1983 Honda Trike models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 49,413 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 GEL 253Y, 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 43 years old, this Honda Trike is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GEL 253Y registered?

GEL 253Y is a 1983 Honda Trike, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is GEL 253Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEL 253Y shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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