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T162 PFH

1999 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

51,489 mi
Last recorded51,489 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Speed24,827 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT162 PFH
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 51,489 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2026 51,489 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 23 Jan 2025 50,135 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 49,353 miles

pass light not working

top front engine mounting loose

Fail 19 Jul 2019 49,353 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

pass light not working

top front engine mounting loose

Pass 25 Jul 2018 47,836 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 42,518 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 37,211 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 35,172 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 34,519 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 12 Jun 2013 34,519 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 May 2010 33,959 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 33,152 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 32,131 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 31,134 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2005 30,360 miles

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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T162 PFH is a 1999 Triumph Speed in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Speed models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 24,827 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 T162 PFH, 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 27 years old, this Triumph Speed is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T162 PFH registered?

T162 PFH is a 1999 Triumph Speed, first registered on 9 July 1999.

Is T162 PFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for T162 PFH shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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