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R844 FFE

1997 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2019
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

10,627 mi
Last recorded10,627 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2018
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed23,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR844 FFE
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2018 10,627 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2018 10,627 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2011 10,605 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 10,605 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Fail 6 Apr 2011 10,595 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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R844 FFE is a 1997 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Speed models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 23,097 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 R844 FFE, 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 29 years old, this Triumph Speed is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R844 FFE registered?

R844 FFE is a 1997 Triumph Speed, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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