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897 JBH

1959 Triumph Speedtwin

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2019
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,618 mi
Last recorded2,618 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2018
Typical for 1959 Triumph Speedtwin9,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration897 JBH
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedtwin
Year1959
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 14 Jun 2018 2,618 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 2,606 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2008 2,601 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 2,597 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 2,593 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2005 24,988 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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897 JBH is a 1959 Triumph Speedtwin in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 897 JBH, 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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What year was 897 JBH registered?

897 JBH is a 1959 Triumph Speedtwin, first registered on 22 July 1959.

Is 897 JBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for 897 JBH shows 6 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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