MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
28,522 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Triple?
Based on 90,583 MOT tests across 8,756 vehicles.
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S296 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Speed Triple in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.
Across all 1999 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 20,130 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 S296 LJF, 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 27 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 S296 LJF registered?
S296 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 5 February 1999.
Is S296 LJF safe to buy?
The MOT history for S296 LJF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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