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P509 DFJ

1997 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

19,262 mi
Last recorded19,262 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed Triple22,991 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP509 DFJ
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2024 19,262 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 18,814 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 18,553 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2022 18,529 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 18,234 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 27 May 2019 17,704 miles

Front Front brake lever soft

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2018 17,243 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 16,802 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 16,016 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 31 Mar 2016 16,016 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 13,091 miles

offside oil cooler pipe has slight kink.

Pass 24 Mar 2014 12,586 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2013 12,338 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 12,338 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 11,887 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 11,557 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 11,318 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 10,760 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2009 10,760 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2008 10,233 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 26 Jul 2008 10,233 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 8,597 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 7,568 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Triple?

Based on 90,583 MOT tests across 8,756 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
772
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
8,756
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 724
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 359
reflector on motorcycle missing 285
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 269
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 237
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P509 DFJ is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 22,991 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 Speed Triple fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 724 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P509 DFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Triple typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P509 DFJ registered?

P509 DFJ is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 28 February 1997.

Is P509 DFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P509 DFJ shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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