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MPE 178

1948 Triumph Roadster

Black Petrol 1776cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,206 mi
Last recorded7,206 miles
Recorded on2 May 2012
Typical for 1948 Triumph Roadster11,087 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPE 178
MakeTriumph
ModelRoadster
Year1948
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,776cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 2 May 2012 7,206 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 6,963 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 6,581 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 6,431 miles

slight bind on n/s/r brake

Pass 13 May 2006 6,262 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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MPE 178 is a 1948 Triumph Roadster in Black with a 1,776cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1948 Triumph Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 11,087 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MPE 178, 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 78 years old, this Triumph Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MPE 178?

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What year was MPE 178 registered?

MPE 178 is a 1948 Triumph Roadster, first registered on 29 July 1948.

Is MPE 178 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPE 178 shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MPE 178 have outstanding finance?

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