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P169 PLM

1996 Triumph Speed

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

22,024 mi
Last recorded22,024 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 1996 Triumph Speed23,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP169 PLM
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1996
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 22,024 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 22,014 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 21,314 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 21,314 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 20,907 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 20,610 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 20,430 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 20,077 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 19,057 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 17,839 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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P169 PLM is a 1996 Triumph Speed in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P169 PLM, 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 P169 PLM registered?

P169 PLM is a 1996 Triumph Speed, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P169 PLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P169 PLM shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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