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P563 GRB

1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

23,528 mi
Last recorded23,528 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,738 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP563 GRB
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 23,528 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 23,171 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 22,635 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 21,467 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 May 2021 20,598 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 18,290 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2019 18,290 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 17,724 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2017 16,777 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 16,056 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2015 15,287 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 May 2013 14,719 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 14,310 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 13,870 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 13,434 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2007 12,705 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 11,788 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph T509 Speed Triple?

Based on 2,373 MOT tests across 221 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
560
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
221
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 39
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 18
Horn not working 14
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P563 GRB is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 22,738 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph T509 Speed Triple fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P563 GRB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph T509 Speed Triple typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Triumph T509 Speed Triple is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P563 GRB registered?

P563 GRB is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 7 April 1997.

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