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N729 PJO

1996 Triumph Speed

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

12,226 mi
Last recorded12,226 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Speed23,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN729 PJO
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1996
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 12,226 miles
Fail 29 May 2026 12,226 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2024 10,684 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 9,555 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 9,527 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2016 9,527 miles

Fuel tank leaking tap (7.2.1a)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 9,520 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2007 9,520 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 9,491 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 9,411 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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N729 PJO is a 1996 Triumph Speed in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 N729 PJO, 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 N729 PJO registered?

N729 PJO is a 1996 Triumph Speed, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N729 PJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N729 PJO shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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