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R690 EGP

1998 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

65,648 mi
Last recorded65,648 miles
Recorded on15 May 2021
Typical for 1998 Triumph Speed21,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR690 EGP
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2021 65,648 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 64,610 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 63,939 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 61,865 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2012 59,192 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 48,940 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 44,960 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010 44,960 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.2.B2a)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front R/H Brake Pipe incorrectly Routed

Gear Linkage Assy Loose on Gear selector shaft (Tighten Bolt) Needed

Pass 19 Aug 2008 38,570 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 37,397 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 37,397 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jun 2006 19,006 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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R690 EGP is a 1998 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 R690 EGP, 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 R690 EGP registered?

R690 EGP is a 1998 Triumph Speed, first registered on 8 April 1998.

Is R690 EGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R690 EGP shows 12 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.

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