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P554 XCW

1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

24,442 mi
Last recorded24,442 miles
Recorded on3 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,738 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP554 XCW
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2017 24,442 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 24,442 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 24,442 miles

Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Fail 6 Aug 2014 23,987 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 23,987 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 23,145 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 21,485 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2012 21,477 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2010 18,723 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 17,327 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 15,869 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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P554 XCW is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P554 XCW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P554 XCW registered?

P554 XCW is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 6 March 1997.

Is P554 XCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P554 XCW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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