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L718 PRW

1993 Triumph Unknown

Purple Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,117 mi
Last recorded26,117 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Triumph Unknown18,897 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL718 PRW
MakeTriumph
ModelUnknown
Year1993
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 26,117 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 25,834 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 24 Apr 2025 25,792 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 May 2016 25,698 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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L718 PRW is a 1993 Triumph Unknown in Purple with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 L718 PRW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L718 PRW registered?

L718 PRW is a 1993 Triumph Unknown, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L718 PRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L718 PRW 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.

Does L718 PRW have outstanding finance?

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