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R252 CAU

1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

35,275 mi
Last recorded35,275 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,738 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR252 CAU
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 35,275 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 34,477 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 34,477 miles

Headlamp aim too low adjusted as required (1.6)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 33,995 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 32,936 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 31,686 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2013 29,512 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 27,845 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 25,981 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 24,757 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 21,987 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 17,910 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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R252 CAU is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 R252 CAU, 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 R252 CAU registered?

R252 CAU is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R252 CAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R252 CAU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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