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218 KMM

1956 Triumph 6T

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

7,993 mi
Last recorded7,993 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2016
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Vehicle Details

Registration218 KMM
MakeTriumph
Model6T
Year1956
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2016 7,993 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 7,699 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 7,459 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

handle bar grips perished

Fail 14 Jun 2013 7,061 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 7,061 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 6,903 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 6,677 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 5,831 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 5,831 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 4,838 miles

Handlebar grips perished

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 9 Jun 2009 4,838 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Handlebar grips perished

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2008 3,828 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2006 3,778 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph 6T?

Based on 1,160 MOT tests across 222 vehicles.

92.2%
Pass Rate
170
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
222
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 6
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 4
Horn not working 4
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling 3
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218 KMM is a 1956 Triumph 6T in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

The most common reason a Triumph 6T fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 218 KMM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph 6T typically stays on UK roads for around 68 years. At 70 years old, this Triumph 6T is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 218 KMM registered?

218 KMM is a 1956 Triumph 6T, first registered on 20 November 1956.

Is 218 KMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 218 KMM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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