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N897 TBC

1996 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

1,324 mi
Last recorded1,324 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2017
Typical for 1996 Triumph Speed23,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN897 TBC
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2017 1,324 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 26,428 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 28 May 2014 26,428 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 27 Apr 2013 22,957 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2013 22,957 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 22,230 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 19,109 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2010 15,853 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 11,330 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 10,798 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 30 Jun 2008 10,774 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Apr 2007 9,148 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 8,161 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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N897 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 N897 TBC, 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 N897 TBC registered?

N897 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Speed, first registered on 17 July 1996.

Is N897 TBC safe to buy?

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