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S869 UBC

1998 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,204 mi
Last recorded22,204 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2021
Typical for 1998 Triumph Speed21,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS869 UBC
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2021 22,204 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Headlight Masked At Time of Test

Fail 8 Oct 2021 22,200 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 22,099 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 20,803 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 19,139 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 18,185 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2014 17,434 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 17,387 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 15,382 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 15,382 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed?

Based on 21,422 MOT tests across 3,997 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
774
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
3,997
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 72
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 67
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 57
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 55
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 40
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S869 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Speed in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S869 UBC, 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 S869 UBC registered?

S869 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Speed, first registered on 1 December 1998.

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