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MJT 823

1958 Triumph Speed Twin

Maroon Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,959 mi
Last recorded32,959 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2012
Typical for 1958 Triumph Speed Twin29,602 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJT 823
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Twin
Year1958
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2012 32,959 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 32,707 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 8 Jun 2010 32,151 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 30,472 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 30,472 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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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MJT 823 is a 1958 Triumph Speed Twin in Maroon with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1958 Triumph Speed Twin models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.2% with a typical mileage of 29,602 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MJT 823, 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 68 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 MJT 823 registered?

MJT 823 is a 1958 Triumph Speed Twin, first registered on 31 December 1958.

Is MJT 823 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJT 823 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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