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R293 PGC

1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

34,197 mi
Last recorded34,197 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2010
Typical for 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,528 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR293 PGC
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2010 34,197 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 33,310 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 33,310 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 32,972 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 32,432 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 32,432 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Pass 5 Sep 2005 31,803 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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R293 PGC is a 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R293 PGC, 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 R293 PGC registered?

R293 PGC is a 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is R293 PGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R293 PGC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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