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R257 YAH

1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2016
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,378 mi
Last recorded14,378 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,738 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR257 YAH
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2015 14,378 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 14,372 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 14,323 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 14,101 miles

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

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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R257 YAH is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 R257 YAH, 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 R257 YAH registered?

R257 YAH is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R257 YAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R257 YAH shows 4 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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