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Q417BAL

1989 Volkswagen Trike

Black Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

1,876 mi
Last recorded1,876 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2019
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Trike18,815 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ417BAL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTrike
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2019 1,876 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 1,828 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 1,809 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced main chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 1,442 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 1,442 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 721 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 65 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012
Fail 11 Aug 2012 34,738 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Aug 2011 34,325 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2011 34,269 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2010 33,524 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 33,208 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 32,590 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 32,270 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (9.2.4)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 32,122 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (9.2.4)

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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Q417BAL is a 1989 Volkswagen Trike in Black with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Trike models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 18,815 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 Q417BAL, 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 37 years old, this Volkswagen Trike is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q417BAL registered?

Q417BAL is a 1989 Volkswagen Trike, first registered on 26 April 1989.

Is Q417BAL safe to buy?

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