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PDJ 166L

1972 Triumph Unknown

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2021
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

81,447 mi
Last recorded81,447 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2020
Typical for 1972 Triumph Unknown10,778 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDJ 166L
MakeTriumph
ModelUnknown
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2020 81,447 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2020 81,447 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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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PDJ 166L is a 1972 Triumph Unknown in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 PDJ 166L, 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.

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What year was PDJ 166L registered?

PDJ 166L is a 1972 Triumph Unknown, first registered on 14 September 1972.

Is PDJ 166L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PDJ 166L 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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