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R858 KRY

1997 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

30,042 mi
Last recorded30,042 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed23,097 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR858 KRY
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 30,042 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 28,968 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 27,823 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 27,770 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 27,509 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 27,124 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 26,605 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 26,098 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 25,611 miles

exhaust noisy

rear tyre worn

Pass 18 Aug 2015 24,988 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2014 24,531 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 23,969 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 23,279 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 22,320 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 21,276 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2009 20,131 miles

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 2 Jan 2009 20,131 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 18,807 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 16,984 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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R858 KRY is a 1997 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 R858 KRY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R858 KRY registered?

R858 KRY is a 1997 Triumph Speed, first registered on 8 September 1997.

Is R858 KRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R858 KRY shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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