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L829 VDS

1993 Triumph Unknown

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2021
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

14,134 mi
Last recorded14,134 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2020
Typical for 1993 Triumph Unknown18,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL829 VDS
MakeTriumph
ModelUnknown
Year1993
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2020 14,134 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2020 14,134 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 14,134 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2018 14,133 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain slightly tight chain links seized (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 14,132 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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L829 VDS is a 1993 Triumph Unknown in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 L829 VDS, 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 L829 VDS registered?

L829 VDS is a 1993 Triumph Unknown, first registered on 17 September 1993.

Is L829 VDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L829 VDS shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L829 VDS have outstanding finance?

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