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P202 YYJ

1997 Triumph Speed

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

76,802 mi
Last recorded76,802 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2021
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed23,097 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP202 YYJ
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2021 76,802 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 76,257 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 74,834 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 74,828 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 74,768 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 74,624 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2014 74,624 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 14 Aug 2014 74,618 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2013 72,759 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Aug 2012 69,174 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 63,116 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 58,909 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 49,311 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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P202 YYJ is a 1997 Triumph Speed in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Speed models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 23,097 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 P202 YYJ, 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 29 years old, this Triumph Speed is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P202 YYJ registered?

P202 YYJ is a 1997 Triumph Speed, first registered on 5 June 1997.

Is P202 YYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P202 YYJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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