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M486 WFY

1995 Triumph Speed

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

22,986 mi
Last recorded22,986 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1995 Triumph Speed27,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM486 WFY
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1995
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 22,986 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 22,713 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 21,942 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 21,355 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 21,248 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 21,105 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 20,728 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 20,596 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 20,184 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 20,184 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 19,842 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 19,535 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 18,891 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 18,458 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 18,007 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 18,007 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 17,108 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 16,242 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 14,716 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed?

Based on 21,422 MOT tests across 3,997 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
774
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
3,997
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 72
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 67
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 57
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 55
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 40
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M486 WFY is a 1995 Triumph Speed in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1995 Triumph Speed models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 27,290 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Speed fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 72 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M486 WFY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 31 years old, this Triumph Speed is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M486 WFY registered?

M486 WFY is a 1995 Triumph Speed, first registered on 20 January 1995.

Is M486 WFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for M486 WFY shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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