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FFY 516

1947 Triumph Roadster

Cream Petrol 1776cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

62,048 mi
Last recorded62,048 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 1947 Triumph Roadster48,305 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFY 516
MakeTriumph
ModelRoadster
Year1947
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,776cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 62,048 miles

Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Body fixing missing, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Body fixing missing, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2019 62,032 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Body fixing missing, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Body fixing missing, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2013 61,753 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Mar 2011 60,080 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 65,877 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2007 65,877 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2007 65,877 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Triumph Roadster?

Based on 817 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

88.6%
Pass Rate
264
Miles/Year
79
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 20
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 13
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 12
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 12
parking brake recording little or no effort 11
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FFY 516 is a 1947 Triumph Roadster in Cream with a 1,776cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1947 Triumph Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 48,305 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 Roadster fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FFY 516, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 79 years. At 79 years old, this Triumph Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FFY 516?

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What year was FFY 516 registered?

FFY 516 is a 1947 Triumph Roadster, first registered on 23 May 1947.

Is FFY 516 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFY 516 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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