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P899 SPW

1997 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

10,398 mi
Last recorded10,398 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed23,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP899 SPW
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 10,398 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 May 2025 10,387 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 2 May 2023 10,375 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit ON LIMIT (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2016 10,361 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2015 10,332 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2015 10,332 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 10,299 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 May 2009 10,179 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 10,134 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 10,093 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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P899 SPW is a 1997 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P899 SPW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P899 SPW registered?

P899 SPW is a 1997 Triumph Speed, first registered on 12 May 1997.

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