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R561 LRY

1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

39,784 mi
Last recorded39,784 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,528 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR561 LRY
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 39,784 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 36,642 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 36,273 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2024 36,273 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2022 35,753 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 34,953 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 34,413 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 33,844 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 33,404 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 33,058 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 32,514 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2015 32,047 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 31,239 miles
Fail 11 May 2013 29,087 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 May 2013 29,087 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 27,512 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 27,257 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 26,503 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 24,711 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2008 23,191 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 20,671 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 18,737 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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R561 LRY is a 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R561 LRY, 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 R561 LRY registered?

R561 LRY is a 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is R561 LRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R561 LRY shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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