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M53 DGC

1995 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

34,067 mi
Last recorded34,067 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 1995 Triumph Speed27,290 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM53 DGC
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 34,067 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 May 2014 34,024 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 10 May 2014 34,024 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 32,906 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 31,888 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 31,888 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2010 30,710 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 29,410 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 27,636 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 27,633 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 26,561 miles

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

Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

front headlight cracked.

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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M53 DGC is a 1995 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M53 DGC, 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 M53 DGC registered?

M53 DGC is a 1995 Triumph Speed, first registered on 2 February 1995.

Is M53 DGC safe to buy?

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