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ABK 607A

1961 Triumph 500

Blue Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137 mi
Last recorded137 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABK 607A
MakeTriumph
Model500
Year1961
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2016 137 miles

Centre Front Lower there is some undefined movement in front wheel with current suspension system fitted,

Fail 5 Mar 2016 137 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play excessive movement in wheel bearing when front brake applied, (2.3.5b)

Centre Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort brake will not stop the motorcycle, handlebar lever touches handlebar (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Mar 2015 92 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 35 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph 500?

Based on 528 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

91.7%
Pass Rate
104
Miles/Year
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3
wheel bearings have excessive free play 2
Steering lock stop loose 2
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 2
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
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ABK 607A is a 1961 Triumph 500 in Blue with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Triumph 500 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ABK 607A, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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How do I check the history of ABK 607A?

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What year was ABK 607A registered?

ABK 607A is a 1961 Triumph 500, first registered on 6 October 1961.

Is ABK 607A safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABK 607A shows 4 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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