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RFO 774

1996 Triumph Unknown

Red Petrol 199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

13,750 mi
Last recorded13,750 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2016
Typical for 1996 Triumph Unknown15,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFO 774
MakeTriumph
ModelUnknown
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine199cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2016 13,750 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2016 13,750 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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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RFO 774 is a 1996 Triumph Unknown in Red with a 199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Triumph Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 15,602 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 RFO 774, 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 30 years old, this Triumph Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RFO 774 registered?

RFO 774 is a 1996 Triumph Unknown, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is RFO 774 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFO 774 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.

Does RFO 774 have outstanding finance?

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