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P749 RVG

1997 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,123 mi
Last recorded17,123 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2010
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed23,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP749 RVG
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2010 17,123 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 15,809 miles
Fail 24 May 2008 15,809 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2006 14,398 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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P749 RVG 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 P749 RVG, 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 P749 RVG registered?

P749 RVG is a 1997 Triumph Speed, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is P749 RVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P749 RVG 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.

Does P749 RVG have outstanding finance?

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