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RLH 395L

1973 Triumph Unknown

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

23,969 mi
Last recorded23,969 miles
Recorded on3 May 2017
Typical for 1973 Triumph Unknown15,284 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLH 395L
MakeTriumph
ModelUnknown
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2017 23,969 miles

Rear tyre starting to perish

Fail 24 Apr 2017 23,960 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Rear tyre starting to perish

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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RLH 395L is a 1973 Triumph Unknown in Red with a 490cc 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 RLH 395L, 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

How do I check the history of RLH 395L?

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What year was RLH 395L registered?

RLH 395L is a 1973 Triumph Unknown, first registered on 17 April 1973.

Is RLH 395L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLH 395L 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.

Does RLH 395L have outstanding finance?

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