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HWL 897

1939 Triumph Speed Twin

Maroon Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

28,224 mi
Last recorded28,224 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWL 897
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Twin
Year1939
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 Jan 2012 28,224 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 24 Jan 2012 28,224 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 27,383 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2009 23,794 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 23,794 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 23,416 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 23,353 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 22,846 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 22,587 miles

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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HWL 897 is a 1939 Triumph Speed Twin in Maroon with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HWL 897, 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 87 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 HWL 897 registered?

HWL 897 is a 1939 Triumph Speed Twin, first registered on 16 May 1939.

Is HWL 897 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWL 897 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HWL 897 have outstanding finance?

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