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P659 OLN

1997 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

32,123 mi
Last recorded32,123 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed23,097 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP659 OLN
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 32,123 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Sep 2025 32,123 miles

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2024 30,984 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 30,415 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 29,915 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2022 29,915 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 29,377 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 28,841 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Dec 2019 28,841 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 27,803 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 27,803 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working Rear stop switch not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside headlight not working on dipped beam

Pass 30 Oct 2017 26,684 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2016 22,934 miles

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

Only one front side light illuminates

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

Fail 25 Mar 2016 22,934 miles

Direction indicators not working All (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Only one front side light illuminates

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

Pass 17 Apr 2015 21,689 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 21,689 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Feb 2014 20,011 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 8 Feb 2014 20,011 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

gear lever loose

Pass 14 Nov 2012 19,101 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2012 19,100 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2012 18,893 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 18,308 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 17,327 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 16,581 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 16,161 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 15,252 miles

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

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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P659 OLN is a 1997 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 P659 OLN, 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 P659 OLN registered?

P659 OLN is a 1997 Triumph Speed, first registered on 17 April 1997.

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