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R273 WGC

1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

1,381 mi
Last recorded1,381 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR273 WGC
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2019 1,381 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 1,242 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 851 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2014 850 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 605 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 472 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 445 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 345 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008
Pass 29 Jun 2007 27,822 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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R273 WGC is a 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 22,528 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 R273 WGC, 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 28 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 R273 WGC registered?

R273 WGC is a 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 15 June 1998.

Is R273 WGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R273 WGC shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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