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461 FHU

1959 Triumph Speedtwin

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,948 mi
Last recorded27,948 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2011
Typical for 1959 Triumph Speedtwin9,744 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration461 FHU
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedtwin
Year1959
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2011 27,948 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 27,948 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 3 Dec 2010 29,013 miles

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 29,013 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 25,878 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 25,785 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 25,013 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 23,932 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speedtwin?

Based on 528 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

93.0%
Pass Rate
174
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 3
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2
wheel bearings are excessively rough 2
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 2
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461 FHU is a 1959 Triumph Speedtwin in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1959 Triumph Speedtwin models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 9,744 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 Speedtwin fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 461 FHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speedtwin typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 67 years old, this Triumph Speedtwin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 461 FHU?

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What year was 461 FHU registered?

461 FHU is a 1959 Triumph Speedtwin, first registered on 27 July 1959.

Is 461 FHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 461 FHU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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