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RWK 854

1955 Triumph Speed Twin

Maroon Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

44,884 mi
Last recorded44,884 miles
Recorded on29 May 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRWK 854
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Twin
Year1955
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2012 44,884 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 May 2011 43,973 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

oil on side of rear tyre

Fail 23 May 2011 43,973 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

oil on side of rear tyre

Pass 8 Jun 2010 42,684 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 42,088 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fuel pipe getting hard

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 41,449 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 16 Jul 2007 41,449 miles

Nearside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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RWK 854 is a 1955 Triumph Speed Twin in Maroon with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RWK 854, 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 71 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 RWK 854 registered?

RWK 854 is a 1955 Triumph Speed Twin, first registered on 1 January 1955.

Is RWK 854 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RWK 854 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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