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VWE 757S

1978 Reliant Trike

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

409 mi
Last recorded409 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2008
Typical for 1978 Reliant Trike31,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVWE 757S
MakeReliant
ModelTrike
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Aug 2008 409 miles

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

rear prop flange bolts loose

slight bind front brake

Pass 7 Aug 2008 409 miles

rear prop flange bolts loose

slight bind front brake

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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VWE 757S is a 1978 Reliant Trike in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Reliant Trike models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 31,426 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 Reliant Trike fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VWE 757S, 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 48 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 VWE 757S?

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What year was VWE 757S registered?

VWE 757S is a 1978 Reliant Trike, first registered on 19 May 1978.

Is VWE 757S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VWE 757S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VWE 757S have outstanding finance?

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