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N42 MGK

1996 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,732 mi
Last recorded11,732 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2011
Typical for 1996 Triumph Speed Triple20,734 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN42 MGK
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2011 11,732 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 11,592 miles

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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N42 MGK is a 1996 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N42 MGK, 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 N42 MGK registered?

N42 MGK is a 1996 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N42 MGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N42 MGK shows 2 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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