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P845 SNV

1997 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

47,536 mi
Last recorded47,536 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed Triple22,991 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP845 SNV
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2024 47,536 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2022 47,404 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 47,335 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Sep 2014 46,894 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Sep 2014 46,873 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 46,689 miles

number plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 7 Aug 2013 46,663 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 7 Sep 2010 45,841 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2007 43,681 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 9 Nov 2007 43,681 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2006 35,513 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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P845 SNV is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P845 SNV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P845 SNV registered?

P845 SNV is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 11 March 1997.

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