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R885 OTT

1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,456 mi
Last recorded32,456 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2020
Typical for 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,528 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR885 OTT
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2020 32,456 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 32,449 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2009 32,449 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 30,885 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 30,885 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 26,606 miles

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

Fail 7 Mar 2007 26,606 miles

Rear Brake pedal attachment screws missing. (3.1.2b)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2006 15,890 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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R885 OTT is a 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 22,528 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 R885 OTT, 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 28 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 R885 OTT registered?

R885 OTT is a 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R885 OTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R885 OTT shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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