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P691 XCU

1996 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

37,851 mi
Last recorded37,851 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 1996 Triumph Speed23,015 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP691 XCU
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 37,851 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 36,814 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 36,518 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit all pads (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 36,054 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork tube has a misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 35,296 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 34,990 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 33,925 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2015 33,925 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 32,140 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 30,734 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 30,729 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 25,233 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 24,422 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 22,950 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 21,559 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 17,998 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 11,812 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 11,812 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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P691 XCU is a 1996 Triumph Speed in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P691 XCU, 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 P691 XCU registered?

P691 XCU is a 1996 Triumph Speed, first registered on 4 November 1996.

Is P691 XCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P691 XCU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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