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XLP 991

1960 Triumph Speedtwin

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

4,750 mi
Last recorded4,750 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2013
Typical for 1960 Triumph Speedtwin16,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLP 991
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedtwin
Year1960
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2013 4,750 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 May 2012 4,271 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 4,120 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 4,120 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 3,830 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2009 3,008 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 2,150 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2007 1,534 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speedtwin?

Based on 528 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

93.0%
Pass Rate
174
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 3
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2
wheel bearings are excessively rough 2
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 2
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XLP 991 is a 1960 Triumph Speedtwin in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1960 Triumph Speedtwin models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.1% with a typical mileage of 16,010 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 Speedtwin fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XLP 991, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speedtwin typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 66 years old, this Triumph Speedtwin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XLP 991?

You can check the full history of XLP 991 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XLP 991 registered?

XLP 991 is a 1960 Triumph Speedtwin, first registered on 10 May 1960.

Is XLP 991 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLP 991 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XLP 991 have outstanding finance?

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