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MNY 72L

1972 Triumph Unknown

White Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,834 mi
Last recorded5,834 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2018
Typical for 1972 Triumph Unknown10,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMNY 72L
MakeTriumph
ModelUnknown
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2018 5,834 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front tyre has slight cracks in sidewalls - no exposed ply or cords

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil R & L fork seals (5.3.2 (b))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil R & L rear shock absorbers (5.3.2 (b))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 5,629 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion L/H fork seal. (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Aug 2016 5,149 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 27 Aug 2016 5,149 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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MNY 72L is a 1972 Triumph Unknown in White with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 10,778 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 MNY 72L, 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 54 years old, this Triumph Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MNY 72L registered?

MNY 72L is a 1972 Triumph Unknown, first registered on 20 November 1972.

Is MNY 72L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MNY 72L 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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