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R289 BOC

1998 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

5,671 mi
Last recorded5,671 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Speed Triple20,729 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR289 BOC
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 5,671 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 5,659 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 5,652 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 5,620 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 5,607 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 5,600 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 5,587 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 5,522 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 5,492 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 5,485 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies Rear brake switch failed (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jun 2015 5,478 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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R289 BOC is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 20,729 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R289 BOC, 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 28 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R289 BOC registered?

R289 BOC is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is R289 BOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R289 BOC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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