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R985 KRY

1998 Triumph Speed

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2014
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,874 mi
Last recorded7,874 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2013
Typical for 1998 Triumph Speed21,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR985 KRY
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2013 7,874 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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R985 KRY is a 1998 Triumph Speed in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R985 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 28 years old, this Triumph Speed is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R985 KRY registered?

R985 KRY is a 1998 Triumph Speed, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R985 KRY safe to buy?

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