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N838 DRH

1995 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

28,323 mi
Last recorded28,323 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2010
Typical for 1995 Triumph Speed27,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN838 DRH
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2010 28,323 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 25,941 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 25,941 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 14 Oct 2008 22,667 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 Oct 2008 22,667 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 18,674 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2007 18,674 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 13,155 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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N838 DRH is a 1995 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 N838 DRH, 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 N838 DRH registered?

N838 DRH is a 1995 Triumph Speed, first registered on 18 October 1995.

Is N838 DRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N838 DRH shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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