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P841 LPX

1997 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

14,650 mi
Last recorded14,650 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed23,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP841 LPX
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 14,650 miles

Front tyre has cracks in threads

Pass 7 Oct 2021 14,282 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Aug 2014 14,272 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 14,167 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

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

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

Fail 22 Aug 2012 14,167 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2011 13,934 miles

Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 13,827 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 13,574 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2009 13,574 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 13,337 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 13,337 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2006 13,059 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2005 12,733 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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P841 LPX 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 76.9%.

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 P841 LPX, 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 P841 LPX registered?

P841 LPX is a 1997 Triumph Speed, first registered on 1 March 1997.

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