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P197 YLJ

1996 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,438 mi
Last recorded31,438 miles
Recorded on3 May 2017
Typical for 1996 Triumph Speed Triple20,734 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP197 YLJ
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2017 31,438 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2016 30,065 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2016 30,065 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2015 28,882 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2015 28,882 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 27,275 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 27,250 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 27,153 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 26,896 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 26,570 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 24,886 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2008 24,865 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

passing light not working

Fail 13 Mar 2008 24,851 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

passing light not working

Fail 23 Apr 2007 24,584 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 24,584 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 24,509 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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P197 YLJ is a 1996 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 P197 YLJ, 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 P197 YLJ registered?

P197 YLJ is a 1996 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 25 October 1996.

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