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TFM 496

1954 Triumph T100

Silver Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

24,509 mi
Last recorded24,509 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2012
Typical for 1954 Triumph T1009,419 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFM 496
MakeTriumph
ModelT100
Year1954
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2012 24,509 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 24,457 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 24,326 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 24,242 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 24,146 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 24,143 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 24,115 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 24,115 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Triumph T100?

Based on 5,649 MOT tests across 853 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
216
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
853
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Horn not working 13
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 12
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 12
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TFM 496 is a 1954 Triumph T100 in Silver with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1954 Triumph T100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 9,419 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph T100 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TFM 496, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph T100 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 72 years old, this Triumph T100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of TFM 496?

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What year was TFM 496 registered?

TFM 496 is a 1954 Triumph T100, first registered on 12 March 1954.

Is TFM 496 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TFM 496 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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