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PTG 270R

1977 Triumph T160

Maroon Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

30,353 mi
Last recorded30,353 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 1977 Triumph T16023,990 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTG 270R
MakeTriumph
ModelT160
Year1977
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 30,353 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 30,028 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 29,954 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 29,947 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 29,898 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 29,898 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 29,837 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 29,395 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 9 Dec 2009 29,389 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 29,242 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 29,196 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph T160?

Based on 1,075 MOT tests across 181 vehicles.

90.8%
Pass Rate
349
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease 5
Horn not working 5
Direction indicators not working 4
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3
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PTG 270R is a 1977 Triumph T160 in Maroon with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1977 Triumph T160 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 23,990 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 T160 fails its MOT is brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PTG 270R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph T160 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 49 years old, this Triumph T160 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PTG 270R registered?

PTG 270R is a 1977 Triumph T160, first registered on 2 February 1977.

Is PTG 270R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTG 270R shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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