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N730 HBF

1996 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

26,039 mi
Last recorded26,039 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2010
Typical for 1996 Triumph Speed23,015 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN730 HBF
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2010 26,039 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 21,689 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2009 21,689 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2008 18,729 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 13,780 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 13,763 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 8,001 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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N730 HBF is a 1996 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 N730 HBF, 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 N730 HBF registered?

N730 HBF is a 1996 Triumph Speed, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N730 HBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N730 HBF shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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