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N186 NAM

1996 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,291 mi
Last recorded12,291 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2017
Typical for 1996 Triumph Speed Triple20,734 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN186 NAM
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2017 12,291 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 12,290 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 12,261 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 12,260 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 11,906 miles

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 20 Sep 2012 11,814 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 11,814 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 11,623 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2011 11,614 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Triple?

Based on 90,583 MOT tests across 8,756 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
772
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
8,756
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 724
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 359
reflector on motorcycle missing 285
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 269
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 237
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N186 NAM is a 1996 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 20,734 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 Triple fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 724 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N186 NAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Triple typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N186 NAM registered?

N186 NAM is a 1996 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N186 NAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N186 NAM shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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