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SBF 97L

1973 Triumph T100R

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,208 mi
Last recorded42,208 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 Triumph T100R6,820 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBF 97L
MakeTriumph
ModelT100R
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2017 42,208 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 42,208 miles

Chain guard missing

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 42,208 miles

Chain guard missing

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 42,207 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 42,207 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 42,206 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 23 Feb 2009 42,111 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 41,827 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2007 40,073 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph T100R?

Based on 634 MOT tests across 125 vehicles.

92.3%
Pass Rate
169
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
125
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 3
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 3
Headlamp aim too high 2
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
Drive chain excessively loose 1
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SBF 97L is a 1973 Triumph T100R in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Triumph T100R models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.4% with a typical mileage of 6,820 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph T100R fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SBF 97L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph T100R typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 53 years old, this Triumph T100R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SBF 97L registered?

SBF 97L is a 1973 Triumph T100R, first registered on 31 December 1973.

Is SBF 97L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBF 97L shows 9 tests 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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