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R509 TBW

1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2025
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,878 mi
Last recorded62,878 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,738 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR509 TBW
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 16 Nov 2024 62,878 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 62,582 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2022 60,551 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 59,450 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 58,994 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2019 57,185 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 53,899 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 6 May 2017 49,172 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 43,976 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 9 May 2015 41,316 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2006 37,660 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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R509 TBW is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R509 TBW, 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 R509 TBW registered?

R509 TBW is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R509 TBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R509 TBW shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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