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R377 MFV

1998 Triumph Speed Triple

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,533 mi
Last recorded39,533 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Speed Triple20,729 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR377 MFV
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 39,533 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 38,819 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2024 38,819 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2023 38,578 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 38,461 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2022 38,461 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 37,978 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 35,792 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 36,379 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 36,372 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 May 2015 35,415 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 30,949 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 26,924 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 26,189 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 26,019 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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R377 MFV is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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

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 R377 MFV, 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 R377 MFV registered?

R377 MFV is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 25 February 1998.

Is R377 MFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R377 MFV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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