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SFX 452K

1972 Triumph 1500

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

35,829 mi
Last recorded35,829 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1972 Triumph 150057,138 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFX 452K
MakeTriumph
Model1500
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 35,829 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 34,296 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2020 34,292 miles

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside washer jet not working

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 33,652 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 33,455 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 33,131 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 32,659 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 32,507 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 32,248 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 31,903 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 31,678 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 31,474 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2006 75,341 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 71,608 miles

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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SFX 452K is a 1972 Triumph 1500 in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SFX 452K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SFX 452K?

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What year was SFX 452K registered?

SFX 452K is a 1972 Triumph 1500, first registered on 24 May 1972.

Is SFX 452K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFX 452K shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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