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R821 LGP

1998 Triumph Speed

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,361 mi
Last recorded26,361 miles
Recorded on26 May 2009
Typical for 1998 Triumph Speed21,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR821 LGP
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2009 26,361 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 216,168 miles

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

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 23,003 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2006 18,231 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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R821 LGP is a 1998 Triumph Speed in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R821 LGP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R821 LGP registered?

R821 LGP is a 1998 Triumph Speed, first registered on 27 May 1998.

Is R821 LGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R821 LGP shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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