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P688 JAV

1996 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,947 mi
Last recorded19,947 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2021
Typical for 1996 Triumph Speed23,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP688 JAV
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2021 19,947 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 19,819 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 19,339 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2010 19,339 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 19,197 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2007 18,423 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 17,848 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 17,848 miles

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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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P688 JAV is a 1996 Triumph Speed in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P688 JAV, 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 P688 JAV registered?

P688 JAV is a 1996 Triumph Speed, first registered on 22 November 1996.

Is P688 JAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P688 JAV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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