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P764 BBC

1997 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,044 mi
Last recorded59,044 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed23,097 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP764 BBC
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 59,044 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 58,996 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2023 57,660 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 56,621 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 54,622 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 52,728 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 50,691 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 48,531 miles

number plate margin appears on minimum requirement.

Fail 22 May 2015 48,490 miles

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

number plate margin appears on minimum requirement.

Pass 29 Apr 2014 47,343 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2012 46,129 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 46,129 miles

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 43,978 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 41,013 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 8 Sep 2009 41,013 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 35,569 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 32,344 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 30,724 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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P764 BBC is a 1997 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P764 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 P764 BBC registered?

P764 BBC is a 1997 Triumph Speed, first registered on 10 January 1997.

Is P764 BBC safe to buy?

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