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S298 LJF

1999 Triumph Speed

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,535 mi
Last recorded27,535 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Speed24,827 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS298 LJF
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 27,535 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 26,965 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2024 26,955 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2023 26,469 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 26,309 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2022 26,309 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 25,532 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

NO LIGHTS FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

Fail 13 Apr 2021 25,457 miles

Offside Front Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel hand lever (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Sep 2019 24,825 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 24,127 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 24,127 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2015 23,781 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 23,722 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2009 103,384 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 103,384 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 21,877 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 20,762 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 20,710 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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S298 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Speed in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Speed models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 24,827 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 S298 LJF, 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 27 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 S298 LJF registered?

S298 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Speed, first registered on 5 February 1999.

Is S298 LJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S298 LJF shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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