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P132 XTL

1997 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,300 mi
Last recorded16,300 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed Triple22,991 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP132 XTL
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2023 16,300 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2013 16,224 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 16,218 miles

Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 16,211 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2008 14,568 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 13,118 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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P132 XTL is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 22,991 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 P132 XTL, 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 29 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P132 XTL registered?

P132 XTL is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 10 April 1997.

Is P132 XTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P132 XTL shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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