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WXD 72M

1973 Triumph Unknown

Gold Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,688 mi
Last recorded6,688 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2019
Typical for 1973 Triumph Unknown15,284 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWXD 72M
MakeTriumph
ModelUnknown
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2019 6,688 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 6,299 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2018 6,299 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 5,749 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 5,602 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 5,569 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Triumph Unknown?

Based on 3,763 MOT tests across 2,269 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
2,269
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Direction indicators not working 6
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WXD 72M is a 1973 Triumph Unknown 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 Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 15,284 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 Unknown fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WXD 72M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 53 years old, this Triumph Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WXD 72M registered?

WXD 72M is a 1973 Triumph Unknown, first registered on 3 August 1973.

Is WXD 72M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WXD 72M 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.

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