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R311 LKX

1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2022
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,548 mi
Last recorded16,548 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,738 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR311 LKX
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2021 16,548 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Mar 2014 15,763 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 14,866 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 14,007 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 12,451 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 9,985 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 7,584 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 7,245 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 7,114 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 6,777 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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R311 LKX is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 R311 LKX, 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.

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What year was R311 LKX registered?

R311 LKX is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R311 LKX safe to buy?

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