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YWF 971T

1978 Reliant Trike

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

31,426 mi
Last recorded31,426 miles
Recorded on18 May 2013
Typical for 1978 Reliant Trike31,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWF 971T
MakeReliant
ModelTrike
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2013 31,426 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 31,426 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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YWF 971T 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 YWF 971T, 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 YWF 971T?

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What year was YWF 971T registered?

YWF 971T is a 1978 Reliant Trike, first registered on 20 October 1978.

Is YWF 971T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YWF 971T 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 YWF 971T have outstanding finance?

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