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S240 VNM

1998 Triumph Speed Triple

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

13,804 mi
Last recorded13,804 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2017
Typical for 1998 Triumph Speed Triple20,729 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS240 VNM
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2017 13,804 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2016 15,389 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 15,388 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 15,388 miles

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 11 May 2011 15,388 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 15,072 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 14,864 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 14,216 miles

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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S240 VNM is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S240 VNM, 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 S240 VNM registered?

S240 VNM is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 12 October 1998.

Is S240 VNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S240 VNM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S240 VNM have outstanding finance?

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