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TPE 791M

1973 Triumph T120R

Gold Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,539 mi
Last recorded36,539 miles
Recorded on24 May 2012
Typical for 1973 Triumph T120R32,550 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTPE 791M
MakeTriumph
ModelT120R
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2012 36,539 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 36,421 miles
Fail 28 May 2011 36,421 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 26 May 2010 35,796 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 35,746 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 35,746 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

How Reliable is the Triumph T120R?

Based on 1,478 MOT tests across 333 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
167
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
333
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 5
Horn not working 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
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TPE 791M is a 1973 Triumph T120R in Gold with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1973 Triumph T120R models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.6% with a typical mileage of 32,550 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 T120R fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TPE 791M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph T120R typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 53 years old, this Triumph T120R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TPE 791M?

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What year was TPE 791M registered?

TPE 791M is a 1973 Triumph T120R, first registered on 10 September 1973.

Is TPE 791M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TPE 791M shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TPE 791M have outstanding finance?

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