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655 XVH

1961 Triumph Speed Twin

Blue Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

22,022 mi
Last recorded22,022 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2019
Typical for 1961 Triumph Speed Twin11,872 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration655 XVH
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Twin
Year1961
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2019 22,022 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 21,014 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 20,040 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 9,219 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 May 2014 8,962 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 8,962 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 May 2013 8,852 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 18,852 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 17,981 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 6,020 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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655 XVH is a 1961 Triumph Speed Twin in Blue with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1961 Triumph Speed Twin models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.1% with a typical mileage of 11,872 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 Speed Twin fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 655 XVH, 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 65 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 655 XVH registered?

655 XVH is a 1961 Triumph Speed Twin, first registered on 31 December 1961.

Is 655 XVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for 655 XVH shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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