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P409 RRT

1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,932 mi
Last recorded45,932 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,738 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP409 RRT
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 45,932 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Feb 2026 45,932 miles

Direction indicator likely to become detached remaining 3 indicators (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2024 42,292 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 39,688 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 39,086 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2022 39,084 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 39,035 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 38,805 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2018 38,704 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 38,386 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2015 37,700 miles

1.Front suspension becoming stiff. 2. Front fork dust covers perished.

Pass 8 Nov 2014 37,700 miles

front and rear brakes slightly tight

rear brake disc becoming pitted

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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P409 RRT is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P409 RRT, 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 P409 RRT registered?

P409 RRT is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 20 May 1997.

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