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R419 EGK

1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,634 mi
Last recorded23,634 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2013
Typical for 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,738 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR419 EGK
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2013 23,634 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 22,364 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2012 22,364 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2011 21,330 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 25 Oct 2011 21,330 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 19,320 miles

Centre Front Lower Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2009 16,761 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2008 23,618 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 21,698 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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R419 EGK is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 R419 EGK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R419 EGK registered?

R419 EGK is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 3 October 1997.

Is R419 EGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R419 EGK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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