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N186 RJU

1996 Triumph Speed

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13,174 mi
Last recorded13,174 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Speed23,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN186 RJU
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1996
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 13,174 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 12,744 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2015 11,892 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013
Fail 3 Aug 2013 11,244 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 9,768 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 7,762 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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N186 RJU is a 1996 Triumph Speed in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 N186 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

How do I check the history of N186 RJU?

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What year was N186 RJU registered?

N186 RJU is a 1996 Triumph Speed, first registered on 10 May 1996.

Is N186 RJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N186 RJU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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