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TMV 53J

1970 Triumph T120

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2016
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,412 mi
Last recorded32,412 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2015
Typical for 1970 Triumph T1208,270 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTMV 53J
MakeTriumph
ModelT120
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 11 Feb 2015 32,412 miles

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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TMV 53J is a 1970 Triumph T120 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Triumph T120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 8,270 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 TMV 53J, 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 56 years old, this Triumph T120 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TMV 53J registered?

TMV 53J is a 1970 Triumph T120, first registered on 1 January 1970.

Is TMV 53J safe to buy?

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