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XPK 772T

1971 Volkswagen Trike

Black Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

709 mi
Last recorded709 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2021
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Trike10,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPK 772T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTrike
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2021 709 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 6 Jul 2019 242 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2014 130 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 130 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 110 miles
Fail 18 May 2013 110 miles

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

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (9.3.1f)

Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 38,199 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 37,454 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 12 Jul 2006 35,523 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (9.2.1c)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 35,523 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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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XPK 772T is a 1971 Volkswagen Trike in Black with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Trike models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 10,478 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 XPK 772T, 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 55 years old, this Volkswagen Trike is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XPK 772T registered?

XPK 772T is a 1971 Volkswagen Trike, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is XPK 772T safe to buy?

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