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P795 BBC

1997 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

29,901 mi
Last recorded29,901 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2020
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed23,097 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP795 BBC
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2020 29,901 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 29,544 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 28,777 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2015 28,222 miles

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

Slight binding in rear brake

Pass 30 Sep 2014 28,182 miles

two wires hanging down from under seat (above rear wheel).

Pass 29 Oct 2013 27,741 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 27,564 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 11 Sep 2012 27,564 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 26,698 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 25,862 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 21,245 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2008 21,245 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2006 18,970 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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P795 BBC is a 1997 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 P795 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 P795 BBC registered?

P795 BBC is a 1997 Triumph Speed, first registered on 1 February 1997.

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