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R311 EGK

1997 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,127 mi
Last recorded3,127 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed Triple22,991 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR311 EGK
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2026 3,127 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 2,817 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 1,866 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 1,317 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 705 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 450 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 345 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 11,870 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 11,520 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 11,400 miles

Front and rear tyres were excessively under-inflated

Pass 24 Mar 2012 11,333 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 10,911 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2008 10,096 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 9,870 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 9,560 miles

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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R311 EGK is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 22,991 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 R311 EGK, 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 29 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R311 EGK registered?

R311 EGK is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 18 November 1997.

Is R311 EGK safe to buy?

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