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STE 557M

1974 Volkswagen Trike

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

2,544 mi
Last recorded2,544 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTE 557M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTrike
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2013 2,544 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 333 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 438 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 1,614 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brakepads thin

front tyre tread low

nsr wheel slight bind

Pass 21 Sep 2009 26,414 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 26,414 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 25,019 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 23,038 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 21,247 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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STE 557M is a 1974 Volkswagen Trike in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 STE 557M, 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 52 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 STE 557M?

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What year was STE 557M registered?

STE 557M is a 1974 Volkswagen Trike, first registered on 4 January 1974.

Is STE 557M safe to buy?

The MOT history for STE 557M shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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