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RCV 775

1953 Triumph 650

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,213 mi
Last recorded8,213 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2013
4 checks still locked for this Triumph
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCV 775
MakeTriumph
Model650
Year1953
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 2 Sep 2013 8,213 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 8,213 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 7,228 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2011 5,478 miles

brake cable broken front

mug gaurd stay lose

Pass 16 Aug 2010 3,587 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 16 Aug 2010 3,587 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Triumph 650?

Based on 831 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

92.3%
Pass Rate
220
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) 2
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 2
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 1
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 1
Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute 1
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RCV 775 is a 1953 Triumph 650 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Triumph 650 fails its MOT is handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type), accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RCV 775, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph 650 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 73 years old, this Triumph 650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RCV 775 registered?

RCV 775 is a 1953 Triumph 650, first registered on 2 October 1953.

Is RCV 775 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCV 775 shows 6 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.

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