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P239 JRP

1997 Triumph Speed

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

28,464 mi
Last recorded28,464 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed23,097 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP239 JRP
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 28,464 miles

Front DAYLIGHT USE ONLY !!!!!!!!!!!

Rear DAYLIGHT USE ONLY !!!!!!!!!!!

Pass 6 Jul 2024 28,125 miles

no lights at time of test.

Pass 1 Jul 2023 27,061 miles

no lights at time of test.

Pass 28 May 2022 24,009 miles

no lights at time of test.

Pass 18 May 2019 23,492 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 23,043 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2017 23,043 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2016 22,693 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 22,539 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 9 May 2014 21,231 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2013 19,899 miles

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 17 Apr 2013 19,899 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 2 May 2012 19,132 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2010 17,237 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 15,429 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 13,630 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 10,745 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 8,860 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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P239 JRP is a 1997 Triumph Speed in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P239 JRP, 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 P239 JRP registered?

P239 JRP is a 1997 Triumph Speed, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P239 JRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P239 JRP shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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