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KEV 81J

1970 Triumph T120

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,701 mi
Last recorded19,701 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2017
Typical for 1970 Triumph T1208,270 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKEV 81J
MakeTriumph
ModelT120
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2017 19,701 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 19,484 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 19,045 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 2 Apr 2015 19,020 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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KEV 81J is a 1970 Triumph T120 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1970 Triumph T120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 8,270 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 KEV 81J, 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 56 years old, this Triumph T120 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KEV 81J registered?

KEV 81J is a 1970 Triumph T120, first registered on 3 August 1970.

Is KEV 81J safe to buy?

The MOT history for KEV 81J shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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