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N281 NKG

1996 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,368 mi
Last recorded18,368 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Speed23,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN281 NKG
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 18,368 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2020 18,003 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 17,997 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2018 17,997 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2016 17,656 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 17,570 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 16,821 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 16,821 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2013 16,689 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 30,872 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2007 16,669 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 14,895 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 14,895 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Sep 2005 13,223 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2005 13,223 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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N281 NKG is a 1996 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N281 NKG, 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.

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What year was N281 NKG registered?

N281 NKG is a 1996 Triumph Speed, first registered on 8 January 1996.

Is N281 NKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N281 NKG shows 15 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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