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P233 LYA

1997 Triumph Speed

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

12,144 mi
Last recorded12,144 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed23,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP233 LYA
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2023 12,144 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2023 12,144 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 11,777 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2022 11,777 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2021 11,462 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2021 11,462 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 11,179 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 10,808 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 10,572 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2016 10,521 miles

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 10,316 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2013 10,185 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 10,049 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 9,936 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 9,463 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 8,876 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 8,876 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 15 May 2007 8,605 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 May 2006 8,013 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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P233 LYA is a 1997 Triumph Speed in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 P233 LYA, 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 P233 LYA registered?

P233 LYA is a 1997 Triumph Speed, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P233 LYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P233 LYA shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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