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P188 XNJ

1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,063 mi
Last recorded19,063 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,738 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP188 XNJ
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2025 19,063 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 18,923 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 18,880 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 18,830 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 18,796 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 18,764 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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P188 XNJ is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 P188 XNJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P188 XNJ registered?

P188 XNJ is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 30 May 1997.

Is P188 XNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P188 XNJ shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P188 XNJ have outstanding finance?

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