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R629 NLJ

1998 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2023
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,660 mi
Last recorded16,660 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2022
Typical for 1998 Triumph Speed Triple20,729 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR629 NLJ
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2022 16,660 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 16,199 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 15,561 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 14,741 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 14,283 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 12,642 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 11,953 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear flexi brake pipe inconsiderately located (close to rear coil spring)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 10,280 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 10,107 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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R629 NLJ is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R629 NLJ, 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 R629 NLJ registered?

R629 NLJ is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 7 March 1998.

Is R629 NLJ safe to buy?

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