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Q289GCM

1990 Volkswagen Trike

Purple Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Trike12,932 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ289GCM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTrike
Year1990
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2022
Pass 11 Aug 2021

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Mar 2017 39,522 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 14 Mar 2017 39,471 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Stop lamp not working front brake lever (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 31 Mar 2016 37,279 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 37,279 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 37,189 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 37,067 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 36,746 miles

nearside rear tyre tread perished

Pass 3 Nov 2011 36,412 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 36,242 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008

Centre Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 35,734 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 35,734 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (9.2.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Parking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)

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

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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Q289GCM is a 1990 Volkswagen Trike in Purple with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Trike models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 12,932 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 Volkswagen Trike fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Q289GCM, 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 36 years old, this Volkswagen Trike is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q289GCM registered?

Q289GCM is a 1990 Volkswagen Trike, first registered on 15 June 1990.

Is Q289GCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q289GCM shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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