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P589 LYB

1997 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

25,526 mi
Last recorded25,526 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed Triple22,991 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP589 LYB
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2013 25,526 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 25,521 miles

Registration plate character(s) sloping (6.3.4b)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 24,634 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 22,975 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 22,974 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2006 22,309 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 20,902 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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P589 LYB is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P589 LYB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P589 LYB?

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What year was P589 LYB registered?

P589 LYB is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 12 June 1997.

Is P589 LYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P589 LYB shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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