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P152 FOL

1997 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,674 mi
Last recorded37,674 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2013
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed Triple22,991 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP152 FOL
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2013 37,674 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 37,659 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 37,227 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 36,803 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 36,717 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 36,385 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 36,385 miles

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 Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

movment in rear brake support

number plate incorrect size and fouling on rear tyre

Fail 18 Apr 2007 35,611 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

l/hand foot rest pivot worn

number plate requires repositioning exhaust obscuring numbers in some positons

Pass 18 Apr 2007 35,611 miles

l/hand foot rest pivot worn

number plate requires repositioning exhaust obscuring numbers in some positons

Pass 10 Apr 2006 35,234 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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P152 FOL is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P152 FOL, 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 P152 FOL registered?

P152 FOL is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 8 May 1997.

Is P152 FOL safe to buy?

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