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TJO 478K

1971 Triumph T120

Gold Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2016
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,912 mi
Last recorded16,912 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2015
Typical for 1971 Triumph T12012,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTJO 478K
MakeTriumph
ModelT120
Year1971
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2015 16,912 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

l/h indicator switch intermitent

slight damage to tread on rear tyre

How Reliable is the Triumph T120?

Based on 5,128 MOT tests across 844 vehicles.

91.7%
Pass Rate
194
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
844
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
wheel bearings have excessive free play 9
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 9
Horn not working 8
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TJO 478K is a 1971 Triumph T120 in Gold with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Triumph T120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 12,069 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph T120 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TJO 478K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph T120 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 55 years old, this Triumph T120 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TJO 478K registered?

TJO 478K is a 1971 Triumph T120, first registered on 1 November 1971.

Is TJO 478K safe to buy?

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