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P735 RNB

1997 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

1,157 mi
Last recorded1,157 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed Triple22,991 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP735 RNB
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 1,157 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 1,150 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 1,150 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2021 701 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 583 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2015 6 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 17,010 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 15,853 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 15,280 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 15,280 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Apr 2008 13,485 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 12,014 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 12,014 miles

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

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 11,553 miles

non obligatory lamp insecure/defective

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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P735 RNB is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 P735 RNB, 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 P735 RNB registered?

P735 RNB is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P735 RNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P735 RNB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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