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RCU 686S

1977 Reliant Trike

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2017
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

1 mi
Last recorded1 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCU 686S
MakeReliant
ModelTrike
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2016 1 miles

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin just meets legal limit 1.5mm (3.5.1g)

Fail 17 Jun 2016 1 miles

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin just meets legal limit 1.5mm (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Fail 25 Jul 2013

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2013
Pass 16 Jul 2008 9,881 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 9,881 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

How Reliable is the Reliant Trike?

Based on 1,623 MOT tests across 183 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
444
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
183
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 50
reflector missing 21
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16
brake recording little or no effort 15
position lamp(s) not working 13
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RCU 686S is a 1977 Reliant Trike in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Reliant Trike fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RCU 686S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Trike typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 49 years old, this Reliant Trike is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RCU 686S?

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What year was RCU 686S registered?

RCU 686S is a 1977 Reliant Trike, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is RCU 686S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCU 686S shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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