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XLP 515

1962 Triumph T120

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,221 mi
Last recorded1,221 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2013
Typical for 1962 Triumph T1202,613 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLP 515
MakeTriumph
ModelT120
Year1962
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2013 1,221 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 Jun 2013 1,209 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

n/s exhaust loose

Pass 17 Jul 2012 877 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 700 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 514 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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XLP 515 is a 1962 Triumph T120 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1962 Triumph T120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.7% with a typical mileage of 2,613 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 T120 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XLP 515, 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 64 years old, this Triumph T120 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XLP 515 registered?

XLP 515 is a 1962 Triumph T120, first registered on 8 June 1962.

Is XLP 515 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLP 515 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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