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Q424JTT

1999 Volkswagen Trike

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

21,768 mi
Last recorded21,768 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Trike7,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ424JTT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTrike
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 21,768 miles

slight eng oil leak.

Pass 28 Jul 2025 20,622 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

stop light slighty discoloured.

Pass 26 Jul 2024 18,775 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2024 18,766 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

nearside & offside drive shaft boots split

Pass 4 Jul 2023 16,994 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2023 16,970 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jun 2022 13,557 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2022 13,548 miles

Hazard warning lamps not fitted (4.4.1 (d))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 10,802 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 10,750 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 10,392 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 10,174 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 9,991 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 9,615 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 9,069 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 7,705 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 6,143 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 4,288 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 4,258 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 4,237 miles

Centre Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Centre Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 4,115 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 4,075 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 4,062 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Nearside Rear brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jun 2006 3,935 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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Q424JTT is a 1999 Volkswagen Trike in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1999 Volkswagen Trike models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 7,708 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 Q424JTT, 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 27 years old, this Volkswagen Trike is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was Q424JTT registered?

Q424JTT is a 1999 Volkswagen Trike, first registered on 1 May 1999.

Is Q424JTT safe to buy?

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