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LWJ 686

1949 Triumph Roadster

Gold Petrol 2088cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,192 mi
Last recorded79,192 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2010
Typical for 1949 Triumph Roadster34,272 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWJ 686
MakeTriumph
ModelRoadster
Year1949
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,088cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2010 79,192 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 78,841 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 78,028 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 76,732 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 26 Sep 2005 76,075 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Brake relay lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 26 Sep 2005 76,075 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Roadster?

Based on 817 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

88.6%
Pass Rate
264
Miles/Year
79
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 20
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 13
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 12
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 12
parking brake recording little or no effort 11
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LWJ 686 is a 1949 Triumph Roadster in Gold with a 2,088cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1949 Triumph Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.6% with a typical mileage of 34,272 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 Roadster fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LWJ 686, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 79 years. At 77 years old, this Triumph Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of LWJ 686?

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What year was LWJ 686 registered?

LWJ 686 is a 1949 Triumph Roadster, first registered on 12 August 1949.

Is LWJ 686 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWJ 686 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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