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JKH 498L

1973 Triumph Unknown

Blue Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82 mi
Last recorded82 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 1973 Triumph Unknown15,284 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJKH 498L
MakeTriumph
ModelUnknown
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 2 May 2025 82 miles

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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JKH 498L is a 1973 Triumph Unknown in Blue with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 JKH 498L, 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.

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What year was JKH 498L registered?

JKH 498L is a 1973 Triumph Unknown, first registered on 23 May 1973.

Is JKH 498L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JKH 498L shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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