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L485 WOY

1994 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

45,197 mi
Last recorded45,197 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 1994 Triumph Speed Triple26,420 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL485 WOY
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 31 May 2017 45,197 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 44,753 miles

Movement in front brake disc floating mounts should be checked

Fail 15 Apr 2016 44,753 miles

Movement in front brake disc floating mounts should be checked

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 43,420 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 42,624 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 41,168 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 36,289 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 33,994 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 5 Oct 2007 33,994 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 29,899 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Aug 2005 26,156 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Triple?

Based on 90,583 MOT tests across 8,756 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
772
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
8,756
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 724
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 359
reflector on motorcycle missing 285
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 269
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 237
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L485 WOY is a 1994 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1994 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 26,420 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 Triple fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 724 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L485 WOY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Triple typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 32 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L485 WOY registered?

L485 WOY is a 1994 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 20 May 1994.

Is L485 WOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for L485 WOY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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