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L982 XLD

1994 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,022 mi
Last recorded40,022 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2022
Typical for 1994 Triumph Speed29,976 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL982 XLD
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2022 40,022 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2021 40,010 miles

Nearside Front Brake caliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front disc bolt missing but not insecure

Drive chain slightly tight chain has tight and loose points almost to excess (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2020 39,893 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2016 39,525 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 38,349 miles

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

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

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

Fail 19 Sep 2015 38,349 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2014 36,558 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 35,011 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 33,533 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 31,357 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 28,336 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2009 25,003 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2009 25,001 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2007 18,472 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 14,285 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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L982 XLD is a 1994 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 L982 XLD, 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

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What year was L982 XLD registered?

L982 XLD is a 1994 Triumph Speed, first registered on 13 July 1994.

Is L982 XLD safe to buy?

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