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Q141FDD

1987 Volkswagen Trike

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

3,449 mi
Last recorded3,449 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2023
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Trike7,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ141FDD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTrike
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2023 3,449 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 3,291 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 3,089 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 2,885 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 1,983 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 1,604 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 556 miles

Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

o/s/r shock absorber top nut may not be locked, further investigation may be needed

Pass 13 Sep 2011 556 miles

o/s/r shock absorber top nut may not be locked, further investigation may be needed

Pass 31 Aug 2010 4,824 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Trike?

Based on 2,868 MOT tests across 298 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
298
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 74
wheel bearing has excessive play 38
position lamp(s) not working 29
brake recording little or no effort 23
parking brake recording little or no effort 23
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Q141FDD is a 1987 Volkswagen Trike in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1987 Volkswagen Trike models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 7,958 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Trike fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Q141FDD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Trike typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 39 years old, this Volkswagen Trike is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q141FDD registered?

Q141FDD is a 1987 Volkswagen Trike, first registered on 3 April 1987.

Is Q141FDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q141FDD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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