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N917 GNG

1996 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,501 mi
Last recorded67,501 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2018
Typical for 1996 Triumph Speed23,015 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN917 GNG
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2018 67,501 miles

Front front disc warped

Pass 13 Nov 2018 67,501 miles

Front Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

front disc worpped

Pass 22 Aug 2017 65,207 miles

petrol tank loose

Pass 12 Nov 2008 57,138 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 47,824 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 47,824 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 18 Aug 2006 42,354 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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N917 GNG 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 85.7%.

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 N917 GNG, 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 N917 GNG registered?

N917 GNG is a 1996 Triumph Speed, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N917 GNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N917 GNG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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