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DYH 15J

1978 Triumph 500

Silver Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,659 mi
Last recorded51,659 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYH 15J
MakeTriumph
Model500
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 6 Aug 2020 51,659 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 51,422 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 51,238 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 51,144 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 50,794 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 50,149 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 49,371 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2013 49,368 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 49,368 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 49,366 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 49,384 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 49,361 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 49,168 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 48,718 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph 500?

Based on 528 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

91.7%
Pass Rate
104
Miles/Year
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3
wheel bearings have excessive free play 2
Steering lock stop loose 2
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 2
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
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DYH 15J is a 1978 Triumph 500 in Silver with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Triumph 500 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DYH 15J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DYH 15J?

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What year was DYH 15J registered?

DYH 15J is a 1978 Triumph 500, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is DYH 15J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYH 15J shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DYH 15J have outstanding finance?

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