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LAF 207

1948 Triumph Roadster

Blue Petrol 1776cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

64,713 mi
Last recorded64,713 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2015
Typical for 1948 Triumph Roadster11,087 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAF 207
MakeTriumph
ModelRoadster
Year1948
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,776cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2015 64,713 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 89,536 miles

Centre Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 64,652 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 64,652 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 64,535 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 64,535 miles

Ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Semaphore indicator arm arm does not show an amber light to the front (1.4.C.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 63,873 miles

exhaust rattling inside silencer

front shock absorber bushes that attach to lower suspension arms are perished but no excessive play found.

Pass 9 Apr 2010 63,840 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Roadster?

Based on 817 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

88.6%
Pass Rate
264
Miles/Year
79
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 20
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 13
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 12
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 12
parking brake recording little or no effort 11
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LAF 207 is a 1948 Triumph Roadster in Blue with a 1,776cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1948 Triumph Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 11,087 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 Roadster fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LAF 207, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 79 years. At 78 years old, this Triumph Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LAF 207?

You can check the full history of LAF 207 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LAF 207 registered?

LAF 207 is a 1948 Triumph Roadster, first registered on 23 August 1948.

Is LAF 207 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAF 207 shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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