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K440 PCV

1993 Triumph Unknown

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

49,580 mi
Last recorded49,580 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1993 Triumph Unknown18,897 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK440 PCV
MakeTriumph
ModelUnknown
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 49,580 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2025 49,580 miles

Front Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 11 Oct 2025 49,577 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 48,093 miles

slight engine oil leak

slight wear in rear lower suspension linkage

Pass 18 Oct 2022 48,091 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 48,086 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Fork Seal (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Oct 2021 48,084 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Fork Seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 48,070 miles

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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K440 PCV is a 1993 Triumph Unknown in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1993 Triumph Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 18,897 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 Unknown fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K440 PCV, 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 33 years old, this Triumph Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K440 PCV registered?

K440 PCV is a 1993 Triumph Unknown, first registered on 1 April 1993.

Is K440 PCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K440 PCV shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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