Official DVLA Record

1991 Triumph Unknown 1.2L Petrol · J647 LAY

J647 LAY

1991 Triumph Unknown (1.2L, petrol). First registered 10/09/1991. Recorded mileage 34,088 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
TRIUMPH UNKNOWN
Year / Origin
1991
MOT Status
Valid until 23/06/2023
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
34,088 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 23/06/2023
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1991
Engine
1180cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The Triumph presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend, evidenced by the most recent test on 16 June 2022 at 34,088 miles returning a pass with no defects recorded. The prior examination on 25 June 2021 at 33,916 miles also passed cleanly. Two consecutive MOTs without advisories or failures indicate the vehicle has not entered a pattern of mechanical decline. Recorded mileage stands at 34,088 miles against a 1991 build, equating to roughly 974 miles per year. The gap between the 2021 and 2022 tests shows only 172 miles added, confirming extremely light use. With just two entries on file and both clean, the history is sparse but unblemished; no rapid accumulation or neglected intervals appear in the data. A buyer should still commission an in-person inspection of structural integrity and corrosion, as a 35-year-old vehicle stored for long periods risks hidden rust in chassis rails and outriggers not captured by a pass result. Suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers may have degraded through age rather than wear, particularly if the car stood unused between tests. Given the low annual mileage and clean record, previous keepers likely maintained basic statutory compliance but the sparse history offers limited insight into component condition. Verify the actual odometer reading matches the 34,088 figure and assess tyre sidewall cracking, brake disc pitting, and exhaust emissions before purchase.

J647 LAY Key Findings

  • 1 MOT test recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 16/06/2022
  • 34,088 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
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! Older vehicle
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J647 LAY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Sept 2026, 17:24
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

1 MOT test are recorded for this 1991 Triumph Unknown (J647 LAY) between June 2022 and June 2022.

The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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ADVISORY