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P278 VUB

1997 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

12,805 mi
Last recorded12,805 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed Triple22,991 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP278 VUB
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2022 12,805 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 12,363 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2020 11,210 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 9,924 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 9,326 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2018 9,326 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 May 2017 8,974 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2016 8,675 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 8,279 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 6,941 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 6,510 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 6,341 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 6,284 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 6,173 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 6,029 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 5,836 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2006 5,392 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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P278 VUB is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 P278 VUB, 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 P278 VUB registered?

P278 VUB is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 11 March 1997.

Is P278 VUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P278 VUB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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