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R64 JHW

1998 Triumph T120

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

430 mi
Last recorded430 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph T1201,129 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR64 JHW
MakeTriumph
ModelT120
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 430 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 420 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 413 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 338 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2020 338 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 24 May 2018 188 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 188 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2015 150 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 92 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2014 92 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2013 22 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2013 22 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Fail 17 May 2011 43,801 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 17 May 2011 43,801 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 11 May 2010 41,369 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 May 2009 39,577 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 22 May 2009 39,577 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 May 2008 39,209 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 39,121 miles

Center stand bent

O/S/F Foot rest snaped

Pass 7 Nov 2006 38,174 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Nov 2005 32,978 miles

slight dampness and smell around petrol tap

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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R64 JHW is a 1998 Triumph T120 in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Triumph T120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 1,129 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 R64 JHW, 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 28 years old, this Triumph T120 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R64 JHW registered?

R64 JHW is a 1998 Triumph T120, first registered on 2 April 1998.

Is R64 JHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R64 JHW shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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