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N43 MGK

1996 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

24,502 mi
Last recorded24,502 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Speed23,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN43 MGK
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 24,502 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 24,280 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 23,927 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 23,702 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 23,702 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 23,577 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2022 23,577 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2021 23,499 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 23,313 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 22,641 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 21,750 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 20,423 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 18,808 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2010 18,784 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 17,968 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2006 17,151 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 14,201 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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N43 MGK is a 1996 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 N43 MGK, 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 N43 MGK registered?

N43 MGK is a 1996 Triumph Speed, first registered on 4 May 1996.

Is N43 MGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N43 MGK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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