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GWL 191

1938 Triumph Speedtwin

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,738 mi
Last recorded58,738 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGWL 191
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedtwin
Year1938
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2012 58,738 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 58,738 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 54,828 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 54,828 miles

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 63,203 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2005 33,220 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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GWL 191 is a 1938 Triumph Speedtwin in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GWL 191, 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 88 years old, this Triumph Speedtwin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GWL 191 registered?

GWL 191 is a 1938 Triumph Speedtwin, first registered on 19 July 1938.

Is GWL 191 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GWL 191 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GWL 191 have outstanding finance?

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