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P760 BBC

1997 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

20,501 mi
Last recorded20,501 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed23,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP760 BBC
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 20,501 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 20,394 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 20,319 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 20,153 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 20,018 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 19,924 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 19,843 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 19,819 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 18,927 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 18,352 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 18,352 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 18,104 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 17,669 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 17,669 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 17,425 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 16,153 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 15,636 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 15,187 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 13,983 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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P760 BBC is a 1997 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P760 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 P760 BBC registered?

P760 BBC is a 1997 Triumph Speed, first registered on 10 January 1997.

Is P760 BBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P760 BBC shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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