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R672 JGO

1998 Triumph Speed

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

49,252 mi
Last recorded49,252 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2019
Typical for 1998 Triumph Speed21,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR672 JGO
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2019 49,252 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 49,240 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 30 Sep 2017 49,240 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2016 46,075 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 41,621 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 37,978 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 35,776 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 35,776 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 34,040 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 32,474 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 31,013 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 29 Jul 2010 31,013 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2009 29,799 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 13 Jun 2008 28,699 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 28,699 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 27,090 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 24,389 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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R672 JGO is a 1998 Triumph Speed in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 R672 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 R672 JGO registered?

R672 JGO is a 1998 Triumph Speed, first registered on 18 March 1998.

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