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N22 TRJ

1997 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 1284cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

6,236 mi
Last recorded6,236 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed23,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN22 TRJ
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,284cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 6,236 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2026 6,236 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2026 7,117 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2026 7,101 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2025 5,830 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 6,182 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 6,122 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 5,464 miles

Front Front Tyre has sidewall cracks

Rear Rear Tyre Sidewall cracks

Pass 16 Jun 2022 5,794 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2022 5,792 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 4,857 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 4,963 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 4,865 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 4,649 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 4,812 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 2,855 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 4,569 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2018 4,569 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2017 2,443 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 4,250 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 2,007 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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N22 TRJ is a 1997 Triumph Speed in Black with a 1,284cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Speed models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 23,097 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 N22 TRJ, 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 29 years old, this Triumph Speed is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N22 TRJ registered?

N22 TRJ is a 1997 Triumph Speed, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is N22 TRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N22 TRJ shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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