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617 BFD

1961 Triumph T120R

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,607 mi
Last recorded8,607 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 1961 Triumph T120R6,587 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration617 BFD
MakeTriumph
ModelT120R
Year1961
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 8,607 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 8,607 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 8,604 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2016 8,604 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2014 8,592 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 8,580 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 8,574 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 8,559 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 8,542 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 8,463 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph T120R?

Based on 1,478 MOT tests across 333 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
167
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
333
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 5
Horn not working 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
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617 BFD is a 1961 Triumph T120R in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1961 Triumph T120R models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 6,587 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 Triumph T120R fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 617 BFD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph T120R typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 65 years old, this Triumph T120R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 617 BFD registered?

617 BFD is a 1961 Triumph T120R, first registered on 5 August 1961.

Is 617 BFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 617 BFD shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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