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L608 UVV

1994 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

31,085 mi
Last recorded31,085 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2010
Typical for 1994 Triumph Speed29,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL608 UVV
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2010 31,085 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 31,085 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 26 May 2010 31,079 miles

Front Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 8 Nov 2008 30,361 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Nov 2007 29,200 miles

Centre Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

slight binding on rear brake.

Fail 30 Oct 2007 29,175 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 21 Oct 2006 27,132 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 12 Aug 2005 17,655 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

left hand footrest slightly loose.

smaller than standard number plate fitted.

Pass 12 Aug 2005 17,655 miles

left hand footrest slightly loose.

smaller than standard number plate fitted.

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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L608 UVV is a 1994 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 L608 UVV, 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 L608 UVV registered?

L608 UVV is a 1994 Triumph Speed, first registered on 14 May 1994.

Is L608 UVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L608 UVV shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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