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CSC 833W

1981 Triumph Unknown

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2019
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

37 mi
Last recorded37 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2018
Typical for 1981 Triumph Unknown15,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCSC 833W
MakeTriumph
ModelUnknown
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2018 37 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 13 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play rear swinging arm play in front mounts (2.4.A2a(i))

How Reliable is the Triumph Unknown?

Based on 3,763 MOT tests across 2,269 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
2,269
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Direction indicators not working 6
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CSC 833W is a 1981 Triumph Unknown in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 15,626 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 Unknown fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CSC 833W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 45 years old, this Triumph Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CSC 833W?

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What year was CSC 833W registered?

CSC 833W is a 1981 Triumph Unknown, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is CSC 833W safe to buy?

The MOT history for CSC 833W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CSC 833W have outstanding finance?

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