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MWL 309

1947 Triumph Speed Twin

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2015
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,416 mi
Last recorded18,416 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMWL 309
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Twin
Year1947
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2014 18,416 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 18,373 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 18,270 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 May 2008 18,181 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 18,136 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 18,068 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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MWL 309 is a 1947 Triumph Speed Twin in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MWL 309, 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 79 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 MWL 309 registered?

MWL 309 is a 1947 Triumph Speed Twin, first registered on 9 August 1947.

Is MWL 309 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MWL 309 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MWL 309 have outstanding finance?

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