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HGC 989J

1992 Triumph T120

Orange Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

24,635 mi
Last recorded24,635 miles
Recorded on13 May 2017
Typical for 1992 Triumph T12015,886 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGC 989J
MakeTriumph
ModelT120
Year1992
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2017 24,635 miles
Fail 13 May 2017 24,635 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 May 2015 24,225 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 23,855 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 23,353 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 22,931 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 16 Jun 2012 22,931 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 22,399 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2009 22,096 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 21,580 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 20,861 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 19,992 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 19,493 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph T120?

Based on 5,128 MOT tests across 844 vehicles.

91.7%
Pass Rate
194
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
844
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
wheel bearings have excessive free play 9
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 9
Horn not working 8
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HGC 989J is a 1992 Triumph T120 in Orange with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1992 Triumph T120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.9% with a typical mileage of 15,886 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 T120 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HGC 989J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph T120 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 34 years old, this Triumph T120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HGC 989J?

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What year was HGC 989J registered?

HGC 989J is a 1992 Triumph T120, first registered on 23 September 1992.

Is HGC 989J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGC 989J shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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