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P770 MFL

1997 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

1,094 mi
Last recorded1,094 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed23,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP770 MFL
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 1,094 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 1,088 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 1,081 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 206 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 32,830 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 29,488 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2012 29,488 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 26,186 miles

drive chain has a tight spot

Fail 27 Sep 2011 26,186 miles

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

drive chain has a tight spot

Pass 5 Oct 2010 22,714 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 22,714 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

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

front brake light switch not working

Pass 30 Sep 2009 19,018 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 14,775 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 10,320 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 10,214 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 9,893 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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P770 MFL is a 1997 Triumph Speed in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P770 MFL, 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 P770 MFL registered?

P770 MFL is a 1997 Triumph Speed, first registered on 10 March 1997.

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