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R636 DPW

1998 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

14,888 mi
Last recorded14,888 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2011
Typical for 1998 Triumph Speed21,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR636 DPW
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2011 14,888 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 14,875 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 27,337 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 27,337 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

switchgear loose, slight play in rear wheel bearing

Pass 31 Mar 2007 25,630 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2006 24,592 miles

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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R636 DPW is a 1998 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Speed models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 21,069 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 R636 DPW, 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 28 years old, this Triumph Speed is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R636 DPW registered?

R636 DPW is a 1998 Triumph Speed, first registered on 16 May 1998.

Is R636 DPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R636 DPW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R636 DPW have outstanding finance?

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