MOT Status
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86,244 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Offside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Front inner and outer sill holed but not in a prescribed area
Offside Front inner and outer sill holed and corroded but not in a prescribed area
Offside Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front inner and outer sill holed but not in a prescribed area
Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Offside Front inner and outer sill holed and corroded but not in a prescribed area
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
How Reliable is the Triumph 1500?
Based on 735 MOT tests across 121 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BCA 139L is a 1972 Triumph 1500 in Blue with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.
Across all 1972 Triumph 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 57,138 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 1500 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BCA 139L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Triumph 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Triumph 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of BCA 139L?
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What year was BCA 139L registered?
BCA 139L is a 1972 Triumph 1500, first registered on 19 December 1972.
Is BCA 139L safe to buy?
The MOT history for BCA 139L shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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