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RHS 409M

1973 Volkswagen Trike

Black Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2014
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,376 mi
Last recorded33,376 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2013
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Trike6,092 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHS 409M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTrike
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 14 Sep 2013 33,376 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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RHS 409M is a 1973 Volkswagen Trike in Black with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Trike models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 6,092 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 RHS 409M, 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 53 years old, this Volkswagen Trike is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RHS 409M?

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What year was RHS 409M registered?

RHS 409M is a 1973 Volkswagen Trike, first registered on 1 September 1973.

Is RHS 409M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RHS 409M shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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