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P253 GJF

1997 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,443 mi
Last recorded58,443 miles
Recorded on5 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed23,097 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP253 GJF
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 May 2018 58,443 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 May 2017 58,240 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 57,785 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 57,078 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 57,078 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 24 May 2014 56,269 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2014 56,269 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 55,445 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 9 Feb 2013 55,445 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 45,562 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 54,454 miles

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Fail 20 Aug 2009 54,439 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 Feb 2008 48,128 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 44,960 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 37,527 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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P253 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P253 GJF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P253 GJF registered?

P253 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Speed, first registered on 11 June 1997.

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