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R905 KRY

1997 Triumph Speed

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

23,349 mi
Last recorded23,349 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed23,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR905 KRY
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 23,349 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 23,167 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 23,090 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 22,888 miles
Pass 8 May 2020 22,633 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 22,049 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 21,406 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 19,889 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 19,473 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 19,473 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 17,167 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 16,435 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 16,080 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 15,188 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 14,084 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 13,414 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 12,692 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 10,690 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 9,050 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 7,374 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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R905 KRY is a 1997 Triumph Speed in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 R905 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 R905 KRY registered?

R905 KRY is a 1997 Triumph Speed, first registered on 9 October 1997.

Is R905 KRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R905 KRY shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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