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S145 BDM

1998 Triumph Speed Triple

White Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

4,662 mi
Last recorded4,662 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2021
Typical for 1998 Triumph Speed Triple20,729 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS145 BDM
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2021 4,662 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 4,553 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 4,313 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 4,250 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 4,289 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2015 4,239 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Triple?

Based on 90,583 MOT tests across 8,756 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
772
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
8,756
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 724
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 359
reflector on motorcycle missing 285
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 269
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 237
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S145 BDM is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple in White with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 20,729 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Speed Triple fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 724 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S145 BDM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Triple typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S145 BDM registered?

S145 BDM is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S145 BDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S145 BDM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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