1995 Morris Tricycle 1.3L Petrol · Q604 RNV

The vehicle’s most recent MOT test on 2025-05-16 confirms it remains roadworthy, with no defects recorded across the past three inspections. This suggests a stable maintenance trend, though the 2023 and 2022 tests lack detail beyond a clean pass—no advisories or failures to indicate proactive servicing. The final MOT was conducted just over 15 months ago, which is within the standard 12-month interval for vehicles under 3 years old, but given its age, a pre-purchase inspection is essential to verify components not routinely checked in basic MOTs. The recorded mileage of 19,296 miles over roughly 31 years equates to an average of around 622 miles annually, which is unusually low for a vehicle of this vintage. The gaps between tests—13 months between 2022 and 2023, and 19 months between 2023 and 2025—align with the MOT cycle but raise questions about whether the vehicle was actively used or stored. Such low mileage could mean deferred maintenance, particularly for suspension bushes, coil springs, and binding calipers, which degrade even when stationary. The lack of mileage progression also makes it difficult to assess wear patterns on critical systems like brakes or exhaust emissions. Given the sparse MOT history, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the tricycle’s structural integrity, focusing on frame corrosion—especially around welds and underbody panels—and the condition of suspension components, which may have deteriorated due to prolonged inactivity. The brakes, including discs and calipers, should be checked for uneven wear or binding, as these are not always captured in basic MOTs. Tyres, despite passing tests, warrant scrutiny for uneven tread wear or internal damage from storage. Finally, the electrical system, including lights and indicators, should be tested, as older vehicles often develop intermittent faults in wiring or connections.