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P845 UGK

1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

47,331 mi
Last recorded47,331 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,738 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP845 UGK
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 47,331 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 30 Apr 2025 47,326 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2023 47,225 miles

Front mudguard missing

Gear lever worn on the splines

Pass 1 Dec 2022 46,727 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 46,571 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 45,118 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 42,392 miles

Rear Brake linkage worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 40,735 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 38,094 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 37,306 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 34,845 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 58,024 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 55,258 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 8 Oct 2012 55,258 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 52,337 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 48,569 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 45,891 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 21 Sep 2009 45,891 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 42,893 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2007 41,061 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2007 41,061 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 38,435 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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P845 UGK is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P845 UGK, 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 P845 UGK registered?

P845 UGK is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 27 March 1997.

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