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PVU 338W

1981 Honda Trike

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

13,419 mi
Last recorded13,419 miles
Recorded on20 May 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda Trike31,473 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVU 338W
MakeHonda
ModelTrike
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2021 13,419 miles
Fail 19 May 2021 13,391 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2019 13,266 miles
Fail 1 May 2019 13,250 miles

Central Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 13,094 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 12,827 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 12,699 miles

front tyre sidewalls deteriorating

slight bind front brake

Pass 4 Aug 2014 12,503 miles

idle speed high

slight fluctuation rear brakes

Fail 9 Jul 2014 12,480 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

idle speed high

some fluctuation rear brakes

Pass 24 Jul 2007 11,066 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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PVU 338W is a 1981 Honda Trike in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 PVU 338W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PVU 338W registered?

PVU 338W is a 1981 Honda Trike, first registered on 26 June 1981.

Is PVU 338W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVU 338W shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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