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KWR 89D

1966 Triumph 500

Purple Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWR 89D
MakeTriumph
Model500
Year1966
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2017

no lights fitted at the time of test .

Pass 9 Sep 2016 36,004 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 9 Sep 2016 36,004 miles

Direction indicators not working all plug was off (1.5.1c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 35,957 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 35,957 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 35,956 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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KWR 89D is a 1966 Triumph 500 in Purple with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KWR 89D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was KWR 89D registered?

KWR 89D is a 1966 Triumph 500, first registered on 15 March 1966.

Is KWR 89D safe to buy?

The MOT history for KWR 89D shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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