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NMC 260R

1976 Triumph Unknown

Red Petrol 736cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2018
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

575 mi
Last recorded575 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2019
Typical for 1976 Triumph Unknown12,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMC 260R
MakeTriumph
ModelUnknown
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine736cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Jun 2019 575 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 160 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2017 148 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 2 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 2 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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NMC 260R is a 1976 Triumph Unknown in Red with a 736cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1976 Triumph Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 12,992 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 NMC 260R, 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 50 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 NMC 260R registered?

NMC 260R is a 1976 Triumph Unknown, first registered on 22 September 1976.

Is NMC 260R safe to buy?

The MOT history for NMC 260R shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NMC 260R have outstanding finance?

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