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N387 XAU

1996 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,703 mi
Last recorded17,703 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Speed23,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN387 XAU
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2025 17,703 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 17,478 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 17,286 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 16,349 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 16,116 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2015 15,755 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 15,519 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 14,949 miles

right hand indicator tell tail inop.

Pass 15 May 2010 14,892 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 14,253 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 13,732 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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N387 XAU is a 1996 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N387 XAU, 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 N387 XAU registered?

N387 XAU is a 1996 Triumph Speed, first registered on 1 February 1996.

Is N387 XAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N387 XAU shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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