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R556 URX

1998 Triumph Speed Triple

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

63,452 mi
Last recorded63,452 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Speed Triple20,729 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR556 URX
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 63,452 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush slight play in bottom shock mount/bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 63,415 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 39,892 miles

chain loose slightly

slight play in rear shock mount

Fail 4 May 2013 39,892 miles

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

chain loose slightly

slight play in rear shock mount

Pass 21 Oct 2011 55,751 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 53,985 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 49,257 miles

Oil leak

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 28 Sep 2009 49,254 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 5 Sep 2008 42,833 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Sep 2008 42,833 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 36,539 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 36,539 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 29,569 miles

rear brake locking but more effort required than usual

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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R556 URX is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R556 URX, 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 R556 URX registered?

R556 URX is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R556 URX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R556 URX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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