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S297 LJF

1999 Triumph Speed Triple 955I

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

18,272 mi
Last recorded18,272 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 1999 Triumph Speed Triple 955I21,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS297 LJF
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple 955I
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2024 18,272 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 18,234 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 18,213 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 18,106 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 17,994 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 17,892 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2019 17,892 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working Front brake control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 17,637 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 17,637 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2017 17,227 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 16,970 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 16,851 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 16,578 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 16,305 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 16,214 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 15,879 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Fail 9 Apr 2010 15,413 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 15,413 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 14,797 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 14,568 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 13,765 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 13,765 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2006 13,066 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Triple 955I?

Based on 14,779 MOT tests across 1,024 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,024
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 199
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 98
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 48
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 45
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S297 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Speed Triple 955I in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Speed Triple 955I models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 21,238 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 955I fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 199 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S297 LJF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Triple 955I typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple 955I is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S297 LJF registered?

S297 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Speed Triple 955I, first registered on 5 February 1999.

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