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L230 SCA

1994 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,704 mi
Last recorded78,704 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2011
Typical for 1994 Triumph Speed29,976 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL230 SCA
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2011 78,704 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 73,700 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 68,183 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 61,731 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2007 57,426 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 57,425 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2006 54,366 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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L230 SCA is a 1994 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1994 Triumph Speed models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 29,976 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 L230 SCA, 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 32 years old, this Triumph Speed is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L230 SCA registered?

L230 SCA is a 1994 Triumph Speed, first registered on 9 May 1994.

Is L230 SCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L230 SCA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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