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DPX 534W

1981 Reliant Trike

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

21,031 mi
Last recorded21,031 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPX 534W
MakeReliant
ModelTrike
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2009 21,031 miles

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

footbrake condition

front brake caliper slightly binding

Fail 7 Sep 2009 21,031 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)

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

Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

footbrake condition

front brake caliper slightly binding

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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DPX 534W is a 1981 Reliant Trike in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 DPX 534W, 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 45 years old, this Reliant Trike is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DPX 534W registered?

DPX 534W is a 1981 Reliant Trike, first registered on 28 February 1981.

Is DPX 534W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPX 534W 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 DPX 534W have outstanding finance?

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