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P578 ORP

1997 Triumph Speed Triple

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,842 mi
Last recorded32,842 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed Triple22,991 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP578 ORP
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2015 32,842 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 32,842 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 20 May 2009 31,539 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 18 May 2009 31,539 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 28,902 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 24,731 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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P578 ORP is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 P578 ORP, 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.

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What year was P578 ORP registered?

P578 ORP is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is P578 ORP safe to buy?

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