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MSL 422

1959 Triumph Speed Twin

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2012
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,639 mi
Last recorded1,639 miles
Recorded on23 May 2011
Typical for 1959 Triumph Speed Twin7,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSL 422
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Twin
Year1959
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 May 2011 1,639 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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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MSL 422 is a 1959 Triumph Speed Twin in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1959 Triumph Speed Twin models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.3% with a typical mileage of 7,044 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MSL 422, 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 67 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 MSL 422 registered?

MSL 422 is a 1959 Triumph Speed Twin, first registered on 7 July 1959.

Is MSL 422 safe to buy?

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