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GRD 856D

1966 Royal Enfield Continental GT

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

37 mi
Last recorded37 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2015
Typical for 1966 Royal Enfield Continental GT7,479 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRD 856D
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelContinental GT
Year1966
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2015 37 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 37 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 35 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 28 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 3 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 7 May 2009 3 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the Royal Enfield Continental GT?

Based on 649 MOT tests across 130 vehicles.

91.1%
Pass Rate
174
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Footrest missing 3
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 2
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 2
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
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GRD 856D is a 1966 Royal Enfield Continental GT in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1966 Royal Enfield Continental GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.0% with a typical mileage of 7,479 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 Royal Enfield Continental GT fails its MOT is footrest missing, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GRD 856D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Royal Enfield Continental GT typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 60 years old, this Royal Enfield Continental GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GRD 856D registered?

GRD 856D is a 1966 Royal Enfield Continental GT, first registered on 16 November 1966.

Is GRD 856D safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRD 856D shows 6 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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