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MTA 737W

1981 Honda Trike

Grey Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

30,026 mi
Last recorded30,026 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2016
Typical for 1981 Honda Trike31,473 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMTA 737W
MakeHonda
ModelTrike
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2016 30,026 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 28,169 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 28,143 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

propshaft bolts do not come through locking nut

Pass 22 Mar 2014 24,757 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2014 24,728 miles

Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 21,129 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 18,596 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

throttle cable catches fuel tank on lock to lock

Fail 16 Dec 2011 18,596 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

throttle cable catches fuel tank on lock to lock

Pass 15 Jan 2008 17,878 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2008 17,878 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 30 Oct 2006 14,552 miles

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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MTA 737W is a 1981 Honda Trike in Grey with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1981 Honda Trike models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 31,473 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 Honda Trike fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MTA 737W, 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 45 years old, this Honda Trike is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MTA 737W registered?

MTA 737W is a 1981 Honda Trike, first registered on 19 February 1981.

Is MTA 737W safe to buy?

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