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R473 NAY

1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,554 mi
Last recorded40,554 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,528 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR473 NAY
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2013 40,554 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

small amount of play in rear calipier mount

Pass 9 Aug 2012 38,721 miles

Outer Front Lower Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

small amount of play in rear calipier mount

Pass 12 Aug 2011 36,718 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 36,708 miles

Inner Rear Lower Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Inner Rear Lower Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 34,689 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 33,725 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 27 Mar 2009 33,725 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 29,772 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2007 27,186 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 25,315 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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R473 NAY is a 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 22,528 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 R473 NAY, 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 28 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 R473 NAY registered?

R473 NAY is a 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 23 July 1998.

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