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P237 PGT

1996 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

9,913 mi
Last recorded9,913 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Speed23,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP237 PGT
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 9,913 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 9,136 miles

clip loose on idle cable

interaction on dash lamps when side lamps on

side stand switch needs adjusting

Pass 31 May 2023 8,960 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 8,615 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 8,163 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 7,792 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 7,765 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 7,714 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 6,983 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2007 6,960 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 6,024 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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P237 PGT is a 1996 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P237 PGT, 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 P237 PGT registered?

P237 PGT is a 1996 Triumph Speed, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P237 PGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P237 PGT shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P237 PGT have outstanding finance?

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