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R512 JGH

1997 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,171 mi
Last recorded39,171 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2012
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed Triple22,991 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR512 JGH
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2012 39,171 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 39,171 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2011 33,648 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 May 2010 32,533 miles

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

headlight slightly loose

number plate slightly deterioated

Pass 21 May 2009 32,381 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 28,323 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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R512 JGH is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R512 JGH, 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 R512 JGH registered?

R512 JGH is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 12 August 1997.

Is R512 JGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R512 JGH shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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