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HJW 788K

1971 Reliant Trike

Black Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2016
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,773 mi
Last recorded35,773 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2015
Typical for 1971 Reliant Trike13,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJW 788K
MakeReliant
ModelTrike
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2015 35,773 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 35,648 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 35,569 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 34,932 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 344,669 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 34,640 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 34,372 miles

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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HJW 788K is a 1971 Reliant Trike in Black with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Reliant Trike models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 13,044 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 HJW 788K, 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 55 years old, this Reliant Trike is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HJW 788K registered?

HJW 788K is a 1971 Reliant Trike, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is HJW 788K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJW 788K 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.

Does HJW 788K have outstanding finance?

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