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R657 JGO

1998 Triumph Speed

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2024
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

17,325 mi
Last recorded17,325 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 1998 Triumph Speed21,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR657 JGO
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 17,325 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2023 17,303 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 5 May 2022 17,162 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 5 May 2022 17,162 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 14,939 miles

Front brake pads getting low.

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2020 14,311 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 14,252 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 14,252 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 13,828 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

advise front brake lever travel

advise rear mudguard fixing screw loose

Pass 18 Sep 2006 13,814 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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R657 JGO is a 1998 Triumph Speed in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R657 JGO, 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 R657 JGO registered?

R657 JGO is a 1998 Triumph Speed, first registered on 10 March 1998.

Is R657 JGO safe to buy?

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