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HOX 853L

1973 Triumph Unknown

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

93,446 mi
Last recorded93,446 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 1973 Triumph Unknown15,284 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHOX 853L
MakeTriumph
ModelUnknown
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 13 Sep 2017 93,446 miles

Brake pipe inadequately supported front to rear (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 93,118 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Slight movement in steering rack mounting bushes.

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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HOX 853L is a 1973 Triumph Unknown in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 HOX 853L, 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 HOX 853L registered?

HOX 853L is a 1973 Triumph Unknown, first registered on 16 May 1973.

Is HOX 853L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HOX 853L 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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