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P436 WVL

1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

White Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

34,044 mi
Last recorded34,044 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,738 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP436 WVL
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2016 34,044 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside no dip beam

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

play in cush drive

Fail 31 Aug 2016 34,039 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake component has an inadequate repair (3.1.5)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside no dip beam

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

play in cush drive

Pass 21 Jul 2015 33,870 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 33,870 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

o/s/f indicator insecure

Pass 3 Jun 2014 32,862 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

play in disc buttons front

Fail 2 Jun 2014 32,861 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

gearchange loose

play in disc buttons front

Pass 6 Jun 2013 32,451 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

gearchange loose

Fail 6 Jun 2013 32,451 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

gearchange loose

Pass 1 Jun 2012 31,008 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2011 29,812 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 27,473 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 25,199 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 23,367 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 22,177 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 19,726 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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P436 WVL is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in White with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 P436 WVL, 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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P436 WVL is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 11 April 1997.

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