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L948 RJL

1994 Triumph Speed

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

50,605 mi
Last recorded50,605 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2020
Typical for 1994 Triumph Speed29,976 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL948 RJL
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1994
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2020 50,605 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 50,170 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Aug 2019 50,120 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2018 47,876 miles

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

Nearside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 46,053 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2016 45,921 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 44,649 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 42,081 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 40,014 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 38,014 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 33,471 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2009 23,009 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 20,965 miles

indicators flashing fast

Fail 27 Aug 2008 20,953 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

indicators flashing fast

Pass 22 Aug 2007 19,424 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 18,679 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 18,383 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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L948 RJL is a 1994 Triumph Speed in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L948 RJL, 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 L948 RJL registered?

L948 RJL is a 1994 Triumph Speed, first registered on 18 July 1994.

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