MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
28,915 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Central Lower Coolant leak ()
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))
Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
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
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.
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
Nearside Rear indicator floppy
Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
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))
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
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
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))
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)
Front 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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Is P509 LNE safe to buy?
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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