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P260 GJF

1997 Triumph Speed

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

42,604 mi
Last recorded42,604 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed23,097 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP260 GJF
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2016 42,604 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 42,283 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 41,281 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2014 41,250 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

neutral light tell tale not visible

Pass 20 Aug 2012 40,111 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 39,561 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 38,683 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 38,683 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 38,267 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 37,385 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2008 37,385 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2007 36,517 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007 36,517 miles

Centre Front Upper Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 Jan 2006 35,090 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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P260 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Speed in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P260 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.

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What year was P260 GJF registered?

P260 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Speed, first registered on 11 June 1997.

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