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P905 WHY

1997 Triumph Speed Triple

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

33,863 mi
Last recorded33,863 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed Triple22,991 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP905 WHY
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 33,863 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2023 33,698 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2023 33,693 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake caliper insecure calliper and mounting plate (1.1.16 (c) (i))

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

Pass 31 Mar 2022 33,526 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 33,420 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 49,771 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 32,350 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 32,302 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 30,978 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 29,380 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 27,696 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 24,244 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 23,638 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

rear suspension is slightly stiff and slow to react

Fail 9 Mar 2011 23,629 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2010 22,071 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 19,682 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2007 17,734 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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P905 WHY is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 P905 WHY, 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 P905 WHY registered?

P905 WHY is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 16 June 1997.

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