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R857 WHJ

1997 Triumph Speed

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

48,216 mi
Last recorded48,216 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed23,097 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR857 WHJ
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 48,216 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 48,001 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2023 48,001 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 May 2022 47,659 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2014 47,469 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2014 47,469 miles

Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 47,395 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 47,292 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2010 46,860 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 46,116 miles

slight corrosion on rear of frame

Fail 15 Oct 2008 45,200 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 45,200 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 2 Oct 2008 45,188 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 38,702 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 38,392 miles

Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2006 29,252 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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R857 WHJ is a 1997 Triumph Speed in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 R857 WHJ, 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 R857 WHJ registered?

R857 WHJ is a 1997 Triumph Speed, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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