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J647 LAY

1991 Triumph Unknown

Red Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2023
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,088 mi
Last recorded34,088 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2022
Typical for 1991 Triumph Unknown17,909 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ647 LAY
MakeTriumph
ModelUnknown
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2022 34,088 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 33,916 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 33,764 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 33,036 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 29,976 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 29,669 miles

Offside Front Brake cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

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

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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J647 LAY is a 1991 Triumph Unknown in Red with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Triumph Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 17,909 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 J647 LAY, 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 35 years old, this Triumph Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J647 LAY registered?

J647 LAY is a 1991 Triumph Unknown, first registered on 10 September 1991.

Is J647 LAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for J647 LAY shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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