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WSR 23K

1972 Triumph 1500

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2022
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

67,440 mi
Last recorded67,440 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2021
Typical for 1972 Triumph 150057,138 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSR 23K
MakeTriumph
Model1500
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2021 67,440 miles

Wheel bearing slightly noisy both fronts (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2021 67,432 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Wheel bearing slightly noisy both fronts (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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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WSR 23K is a 1972 Triumph 1500 in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WSR 23K, 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.

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What year was WSR 23K registered?

WSR 23K is a 1972 Triumph 1500, first registered on 1 February 1972.

Is WSR 23K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSR 23K 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.

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