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R269 AUM

1997 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

15,593 mi
Last recorded15,593 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed23,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR269 AUM
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2023 15,593 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 15,576 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 15,453 miles

Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 15,181 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 14,617 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 14,097 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 13,603 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 13,497 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 13,051 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 12,624 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 12,612 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 12,367 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2005 12,365 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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R269 AUM is a 1997 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Speed models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 23,097 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R269 AUM, 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 29 years old, this Triumph Speed is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R269 AUM registered?

R269 AUM is a 1997 Triumph Speed, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is R269 AUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R269 AUM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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