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USU 916

1960 Triumph 500

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

886 mi
Last recorded886 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUSU 916
MakeTriumph
Model500
Year1960
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2013 886 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 864 miles

cracking on sidewalls on front tyre

Fail 24 Feb 2009 864 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

cracking on sidewalls on front tyre

Pass 9 Jan 2008 822 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 816 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 3 Aug 2005 809 miles

Centre Front Lower Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2005 809 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph 500?

Based on 528 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

91.7%
Pass Rate
104
Miles/Year
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3
wheel bearings have excessive free play 2
Steering lock stop loose 2
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 2
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
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USU 916 is a 1960 Triumph 500 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

The most common reason a Triumph 500 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying USU 916, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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How do I check the history of USU 916?

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What year was USU 916 registered?

USU 916 is a 1960 Triumph 500, first registered on 30 December 1960.

Is USU 916 safe to buy?

The MOT history for USU 916 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.

Does USU 916 have outstanding finance?

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