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P998 WOS

1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,767 mi
Last recorded54,767 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2008
Typical for 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,738 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP998 WOS
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2008 54,767 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 52,898 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 49,379 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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P998 WOS is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P998 WOS, 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.

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What year was P998 WOS registered?

P998 WOS is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P998 WOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P998 WOS shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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