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552 BVO

1959 Triumph Speed Twin

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,044 mi
Last recorded7,044 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2009
Typical for 1959 Triumph Speed Twin7,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
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Vehicle Details

Registration552 BVO
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Twin
Year1959
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 22 Jun 2009 7,044 miles

front fork action poor

steering head bearings are slightly tight on full lock

Pass 21 Jun 2008 6,729 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 6,663 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Twin?

Based on 3,044 MOT tests across 1,207 vehicles.

91.9%
Pass Rate
292
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
1,207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 5
Footrest missing 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 3
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
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552 BVO is a 1959 Triumph Speed Twin in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1959 Triumph Speed Twin models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.3% with a typical mileage of 7,044 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Speed Twin fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 552 BVO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Twin typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 67 years old, this Triumph Speed Twin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 552 BVO registered?

552 BVO is a 1959 Triumph Speed Twin, first registered on 25 February 1959.

Is 552 BVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for 552 BVO shows 3 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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