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SHV 18R

1977 Triumph T160

Red Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

10,701 mi
Last recorded10,701 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 1977 Triumph T16023,990 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHV 18R
MakeTriumph
ModelT160
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 10,701 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 9,669 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 9,585 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 9,557 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 8,462 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 8,452 miles

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

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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SHV 18R is a 1977 Triumph T160 in Red with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SHV 18R, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SHV 18R?

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What year was SHV 18R registered?

SHV 18R is a 1977 Triumph T160, first registered on 12 May 1977.

Is SHV 18R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHV 18R shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SHV 18R have outstanding finance?

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