MOT Status
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30,596 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)
Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
One of two rear side lights inop.
Two of three front side lights inop.
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Triumph Speed?
Based on 21,422 MOT tests across 3,997 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S397 KFJ is a 1998 Triumph Speed in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 S397 KFJ, 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 S397 KFJ registered?
S397 KFJ is a 1998 Triumph Speed, first registered on 14 August 1998.
Is S397 KFJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for S397 KFJ shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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