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L561 PAR

1994 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

53,017 mi
Last recorded53,017 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2011
Typical for 1994 Triumph Speed29,976 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL561 PAR
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2011 53,017 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 52,827 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 52,827 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 51,881 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2008 51,881 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 50,958 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 50,259 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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L561 PAR 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 71.4%.

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 L561 PAR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L561 PAR?

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What year was L561 PAR registered?

L561 PAR is a 1994 Triumph Speed, first registered on 31 May 1994.

Is L561 PAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L561 PAR shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L561 PAR have outstanding finance?

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