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P221 UAH

1997 Triumph Speed Triple

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

30,846 mi
Last recorded30,846 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed Triple22,991 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP221 UAH
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 30,846 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 28,655 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2024 28,655 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 28,386 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 27,907 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 26,934 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 26,672 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 26,614 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 26,511 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 26,113 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 25,967 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2015 25,889 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2014 25,802 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2013 25,673 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 25,571 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2011 25,425 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2010 25,276 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 24,839 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 24,313 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 24,313 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 23,542 miles

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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P221 UAH is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 P221 UAH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P221 UAH registered?

P221 UAH is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P221 UAH safe to buy?

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