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PTU 259B

1964 Triumph Trw

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,723 mi
Last recorded11,723 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
Typical for 1964 Triumph Trw10,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTU 259B
MakeTriumph
ModelTrw
Year1964
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2017 11,723 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 11,626 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 10 May 2016 11,626 miles

Motorcycle structure adversely modified centre gearbox mount to frame tubing welded but is holed through (6.1.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Triumph Trw?

Based on 523 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

93.3%
Pass Rate
262
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 2
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 2
wheel bearings have excessive free play 1
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 1
Throttle operating incorrectly does not return 1
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PTU 259B is a 1964 Triumph Trw in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1964 Triumph Trw models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.8% with a typical mileage of 10,514 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 Trw fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PTU 259B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Trw typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 62 years old, this Triumph Trw is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PTU 259B?

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What year was PTU 259B registered?

PTU 259B is a 1964 Triumph Trw, first registered on 31 December 1964.

Is PTU 259B safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTU 259B shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PTU 259B have outstanding finance?

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