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L994 LFR

1994 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

37,959 mi
Last recorded37,959 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 1994 Triumph Speed29,976 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL994 LFR
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 37,959 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2025 37,265 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 36,170 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2022 35,605 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 34,267 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 33,198 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 32,421 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2018 31,144 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2017 28,772 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 26,926 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 25,600 miles

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

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 11 Jul 2015 25,583 miles

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

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

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 24,119 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2013 22,433 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 18,883 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 16,777 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 16,042 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 15,386 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 14,734 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 13,401 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 10,905 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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L994 LFR is a 1994 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 L994 LFR, 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 L994 LFR registered?

L994 LFR is a 1994 Triumph Speed, first registered on 30 December 1994.

Is L994 LFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L994 LFR shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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