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P745 RVG

1997 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

47,453 mi
Last recorded47,453 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed Triple22,991 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP745 RVG
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 47,453 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 46,588 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 45,105 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 44,458 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 43,000 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 41,940 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 41,451 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 41,075 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 40,519 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 39,627 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 38,826 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 37,613 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 36,173 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 33,928 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front brake lever has little reserve travel on first pump

tail light flickering when at idle

Pass 26 Jul 2011 30,975 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 28,659 miles

front brake lever a bit spongy

Pass 6 Aug 2009 25,438 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 25,424 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 22,040 miles

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

front brake discs starting to get play in rivits

Pass 10 Jul 2007 18,165 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 16,458 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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P745 RVG is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P745 RVG, 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 P745 RVG registered?

P745 RVG is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P745 RVG safe to buy?

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