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DUK 656J

1970 Triumph T100

Purple Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

17,552 mi
Last recorded17,552 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1970 Triumph T10014,078 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUK 656J
MakeTriumph
ModelT100
Year1970
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 17,552 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 17,120 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 16,934 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 16,769 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 16,604 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 16,371 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 15,873 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 15,181 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 14,540 miles

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 May 2016 13,826 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 13,160 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 13,160 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 19 May 2014 12,532 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 12,527 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 May 2012 12,519 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 12,270 miles

oil leaks

Fail 30 Mar 2011 12,264 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

bike has been covered in oil

Pass 12 Mar 2010 11,140 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 10,392 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 9,771 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 9,168 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 8,744 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph T100?

Based on 5,649 MOT tests across 853 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
216
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
853
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Horn not working 13
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 12
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 12
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DUK 656J is a 1970 Triumph T100 in Purple with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1970 Triumph T100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.7% with a typical mileage of 14,078 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 T100 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DUK 656J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph T100 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 56 years old, this Triumph T100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DUK 656J?

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What year was DUK 656J registered?

DUK 656J is a 1970 Triumph T100, first registered on 4 November 1970.

Is DUK 656J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DUK 656J shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DUK 656J have outstanding finance?

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