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N965 TNL

1996 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

5,647 mi
Last recorded5,647 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Speed Triple20,734 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN965 TNL
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 5,647 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2025 5,647 miles

Fuel system component leaking lefthand carb leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2024 5,458 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 5,065 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 4,943 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 4,662 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 4,439 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 4,427 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 4,403 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 4,403 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 4,378 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 4,343 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 4,328 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 4,322 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 4,275 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 4,242 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 4,214 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2010 4,110 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 4,074 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 3,901 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 3,840 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 3,723 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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N965 TNL is a 1996 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 N965 TNL, 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 N965 TNL registered?

N965 TNL is a 1996 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 24 June 1996.

Is N965 TNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N965 TNL shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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