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P509 LNE

1997 Triumph Speed Triple

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

28,915 mi
Last recorded28,915 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2023
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed Triple22,991 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP509 LNE
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2023 28,915 miles

Central Lower Coolant leak ()

Fail 2 Sep 2023 28,896 miles

Drive chain excessively loose in need of service (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected not returning corectly (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 28,615 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2021 28,615 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour n/s o/s (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Sep 2020 28,527 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

clutch lever end broken.

Pass 11 Oct 2019 28,068 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower sligh play in suspension bush/bearing

Pass 25 Sep 2018 27,587 miles

Nearside Rear indicator floppy

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2018 27,587 miles

Nearside Rear indicator floppy

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 27,340 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn n/s o/s (3.2.A1l)

Offside oil leak on engine

Pass 31 Aug 2016 27,207 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Sep 2015 27,082 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Sep 2014 26,431 miles

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

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Oct 2012 23,095 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2011 18,755 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 18,755 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2010 15,162 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 14,673 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 14,434 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 13,962 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2008 13,949 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2007 13,300 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 12,887 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2005 11,014 miles

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 LNE is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple in Yellow 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 LNE, 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 LNE registered?

P509 LNE is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 14 February 1997.

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The MOT history for P509 LNE 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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