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N638 HLH

1996 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

16,458 mi
Last recorded16,458 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
Typical for 1996 Triumph Speed Triple20,734 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN638 HLH
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2018 16,458 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 15,695 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 15,013 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 15,013 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 13,640 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 12,598 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 12,456 miles

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 12,456 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2007 12,352 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 12,352 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2006 12,263 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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N638 HLH is a 1996 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N638 HLH, 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 N638 HLH registered?

N638 HLH is a 1996 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 6 March 1996.

Is N638 HLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N638 HLH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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