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R131 WDB

1997 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,020 mi
Last recorded19,020 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed23,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR131 WDB
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 15 Aug 2025 19,020 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 16,775 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 16,695 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 16,453 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 16,294 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 16,288 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 16,167 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 16,118 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 15,872 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 15,761 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 15,580 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 15,187 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 14,865 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 14,394 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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R131 WDB is a 1997 Triumph Speed in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R131 WDB, 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 R131 WDB registered?

R131 WDB is a 1997 Triumph Speed, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R131 WDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R131 WDB shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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