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P246 GJF

1997 Triumph Speed Triple

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

1,407 mi
Last recorded1,407 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed Triple22,991 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP246 GJF
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 1,407 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 1,368 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 1,266 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 1,182 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 989 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 815 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 613 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 355 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 157 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 20,929 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 20,914 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 20,573 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 19,966 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 16 May 2013 19,644 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 19,255 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 18,601 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 18,601 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 18,115 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 18,092 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 18,075 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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P246 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 P246 GJF, 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 P246 GJF registered?

P246 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 11 June 1997.

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