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GRF 870V

1979 Reliant Trike

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

1,734 mi
Last recorded1,734 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2022
Typical for 1979 Reliant Trike4,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Reliant
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRF 870V
MakeReliant
ModelTrike
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2022 1,734 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 891 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 417 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 33 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018
Pass 2 Sep 2017 3 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2017 3 miles

Parking brake operation grabbing severely (3.7.C.3b)

How Reliable is the Reliant Trike?

Based on 1,623 MOT tests across 183 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
444
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
183
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 50
reflector missing 21
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16
brake recording little or no effort 15
position lamp(s) not working 13
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GRF 870V is a 1979 Reliant Trike in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1979 Reliant Trike models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 4,834 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Reliant Trike fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GRF 870V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Trike typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 47 years old, this Reliant Trike is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GRF 870V?

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What year was GRF 870V registered?

GRF 870V is a 1979 Reliant Trike, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is GRF 870V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRF 870V shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GRF 870V have outstanding finance?

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