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R439 EGK

1997 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2025
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,953 mi
Last recorded17,953 miles
Recorded on30 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed Triple22,991 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR439 EGK
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 30 May 2024 17,953 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 16,757 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 16,174 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 15,805 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 15,652 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2018 15,478 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 15,257 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 14,984 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 14,552 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 14,524 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 14,439 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 14,271 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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R439 EGK is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 R439 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.

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What year was R439 EGK registered?

R439 EGK is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 23 September 1997.

Is R439 EGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R439 EGK shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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