MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
24,264 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)
Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
How Reliable is the Triumph Unknown?
Based on 3,763 MOT tests across 2,269 vehicles.
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PBM 284W is a 1980 Triumph Unknown in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1980 Triumph Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 14,372 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 PBM 284W, 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 46 years old, this Triumph Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was PBM 284W registered?
PBM 284W is a 1980 Triumph Unknown, first registered on 7 August 1980.
Is PBM 284W safe to buy?
The MOT history for PBM 284W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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