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N179 RJU

1996 Triumph Speed

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

31,292 mi
Last recorded31,292 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2020
Typical for 1996 Triumph Speed23,015 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN179 RJU
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1996
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2020 31,292 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 31,282 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 31,262 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

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

Headlamp converter fitted.

Steering damper fouls rider leg

Pass 31 Mar 2016 30,626 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 29,651 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 28,457 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 26,902 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 25,607 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 23,127 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 22,404 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 22,034 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 21,514 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 20,765 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 19,810 miles

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

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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N179 RJU is a 1996 Triumph Speed in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1996 Triumph Speed models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 23,015 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 N179 RJU, 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 30 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 N179 RJU registered?

N179 RJU is a 1996 Triumph Speed, first registered on 10 May 1996.

Is N179 RJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N179 RJU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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