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P211 MFL

1997 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

51,162 mi
Last recorded51,162 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2011
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed23,097 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP211 MFL
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 Aug 2011 51,162 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 51,162 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 36,112 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 8 Jul 2009 33,405 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2009 33,405 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 32,291 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 29,922 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2007 29,922 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 28,090 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 1 Jul 2005 26,907 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2005 26,907 miles

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

Offside Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

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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P211 MFL is a 1997 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 P211 MFL, 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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P211 MFL is a 1997 Triumph Speed, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P211 MFL safe to buy?

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