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N885 KGJ

1996 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,429 mi
Last recorded22,429 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Speed Triple20,734 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN885 KGJ
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2025 22,429 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 21,960 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 21,655 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 21,376 miles

Rear Upper Exhaust noisy none standard exhaust mufflers fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 20,708 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 19,846 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 19,215 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 18,850 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 18,337 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 16,334 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 14,564 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 12,071 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 11,313 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 10,630 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 9,770 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 9,435 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 9,231 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 8,754 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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N885 KGJ is a 1996 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 N885 KGJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N885 KGJ registered?

N885 KGJ is a 1996 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 23 February 1996.

Is N885 KGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N885 KGJ shows 18 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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