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982 LAL

1961 Triumph T20

Black Petrol 199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

26,210 mi
Last recorded26,210 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2017
Typical for 1961 Triumph T207,754 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration982 LAL
MakeTriumph
ModelT20
Year1961
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine199cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2017 26,210 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2017 26,210 miles

Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Pass 5 Nov 2016 26,210 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2016 26,210 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 26,910 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 26,080 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 25,692 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 25,692 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph T20?

Based on 958 MOT tests across 246 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
67
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
246
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 4
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 4
Horn not working 4
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982 LAL is a 1961 Triumph T20 in Black with a 199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1961 Triumph T20 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 7,754 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 T20 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 982 LAL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph T20 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 65 years old, this Triumph T20 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 982 LAL registered?

982 LAL is a 1961 Triumph T20, first registered on 31 December 1961.

Is 982 LAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 982 LAL shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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