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P742 BBC

1997 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,459 mi
Last recorded23,459 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2013
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed23,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP742 BBC
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2013 23,459 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 23,243 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Fail 4 Jul 2012 23,243 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 23,017 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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P742 BBC is a 1997 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P742 BBC, 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 P742 BBC registered?

P742 BBC is a 1997 Triumph Speed, first registered on 10 January 1997.

Is P742 BBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P742 BBC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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