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VKY 256

1961 Triumph Speed Twin

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,638 mi
Last recorded70,638 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 1961 Triumph Speed Twin11,872 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKY 256
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Twin
Year1961
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2017 70,638 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 70,629 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 70,621 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 70,612 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 70,612 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 70,603 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 70,595 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 70,588 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 70,578 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 70,551 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 70,540 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 7,048 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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VKY 256 is a 1961 Triumph Speed Twin in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1961 Triumph Speed Twin models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.1% with a typical mileage of 11,872 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VKY 256, 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 65 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 VKY 256 registered?

VKY 256 is a 1961 Triumph Speed Twin, first registered on 16 May 1961.

Is VKY 256 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VKY 256 shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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