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NWP 668K

1972 Triumph 1500

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

47,377 mi
Last recorded47,377 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2007
Typical for 1972 Triumph 150057,138 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNWP 668K
MakeTriumph
Model1500
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc
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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2007 47,377 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 47,373 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front tyres worn on inside edges

lower reading from nearside rear brake

Fail 15 Jun 2007 47,118 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front tyres worn on inside edges

slightly lower reading from nearside rear

Pass 21 Jun 2006 43,004 miles

offside rear tyre perished

pin holes in both side outer constant velocity joint boots

Fail 14 Jun 2006 42,998 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)

brake fluid low

pin holes in both side outer constant velocity joint boots

How Reliable is the Triumph 1500?

Based on 735 MOT tests across 121 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
387
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
121
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 33
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33
brake binding 30
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 23
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NWP 668K is a 1972 Triumph 1500 in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1972 Triumph 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 57,138 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 1500 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NWP 668K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Triumph 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NWP 668K registered?

NWP 668K is a 1972 Triumph 1500, first registered on 18 July 1972.

Is NWP 668K safe to buy?

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