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S85 MFP

1999 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2024
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

9,794 mi
Last recorded9,794 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2023
Typical for 1999 Triumph Speed Triple20,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS85 MFP
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2023 9,794 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 9,315 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively will need attention soon (1.2.1 (f))

Rear rear tyre starting to perish/crack

Fail 7 Jan 2022 9,315 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively will need attention soon (1.2.1 (f))

Rear rear tyre starting to perish/crack

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 9,121 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2017 8,903 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Mar 2017 8,903 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 3 Jun 2010 8,854 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2010 8,854 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 8,706 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 May 2009 8,706 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 8,484 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 31 Jul 2007 8,484 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 Jun 2006 7,919 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2005 7,906 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

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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S85 MFP is a 1999 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 S85 MFP, 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 S85 MFP registered?

S85 MFP is a 1999 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 7 January 1999.

Is S85 MFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S85 MFP shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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