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M420 DRW

1994 Triumph Unknown

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1994 Triumph Unknown14,998 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM420 DRW
MakeTriumph
ModelUnknown
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025
Pass 11 May 2022 258 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2020 167 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2019 13 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018
Fail 31 Jul 2018

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2017
Fail 26 Jul 2017

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

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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M420 DRW is a 1994 Triumph Unknown in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 Triumph Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 14,998 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 M420 DRW, 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 32 years old, this Triumph Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of M420 DRW?

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What year was M420 DRW registered?

M420 DRW is a 1994 Triumph Unknown, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M420 DRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M420 DRW shows 8 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 M420 DRW have outstanding finance?

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