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P190 DFP

1997 Triumph Speed Triple

Grey Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,620 mi
Last recorded32,620 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed Triple22,991 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP190 DFP
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 32,620 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 32,565 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 32,540 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 32,315 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 29,361 miles
Fail 20 May 2020 29,361 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate insecure bolt broken (0.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2016 29,095 miles

slight oil staining on right hand fork seal

Pass 19 Sep 2014 29,014 miles

both tyres close to limit

slight oil misting on fork seals

Pass 29 Aug 2013 28,756 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 28,332 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 27,310 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 26,415 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 24,398 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 24,398 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 24,393 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

front suspension sag

Fail 15 Jul 2008 24,393 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Left side dip beam not working.

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

front suspension sag

Very low pressure in rear tyre.

Pass 7 Apr 2007 23,850 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 22,787 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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P190 DFP is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple in Grey with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 P190 DFP, 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 P190 DFP registered?

P190 DFP is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 21 April 1997.

Is P190 DFP safe to buy?

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