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GPW 540

1947 Triumph Roadster

White Petrol 1776cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,404 mi
Last recorded3,404 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2011
Typical for 1947 Triumph Roadster48,305 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPW 540
MakeTriumph
ModelRoadster
Year1947
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,776cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 6 Apr 2011 3,404 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 3,198 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 2,886 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 2,787 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 2,423 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Roadster?

Based on 817 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

88.6%
Pass Rate
264
Miles/Year
79
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 20
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 13
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 12
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 12
parking brake recording little or no effort 11
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GPW 540 is a 1947 Triumph Roadster in White with a 1,776cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1947 Triumph Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 48,305 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Roadster fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GPW 540, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 79 years. At 79 years old, this Triumph Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GPW 540?

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What year was GPW 540 registered?

GPW 540 is a 1947 Triumph Roadster, first registered on 31 December 1947.

Is GPW 540 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPW 540 shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GPW 540 have outstanding finance?

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