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R62 HNE

1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

21,021 mi
Last recorded21,021 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,738 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR62 HNE
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2024 21,021 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 20,890 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 20,815 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 20,633 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 20,004 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 18,838 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 17,336 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 17,031 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 16,479 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 16,479 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 15,203 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 14,420 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 12,629 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 11,151 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 9,133 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 9,133 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 7,049 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 4,784 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 4,614 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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R62 HNE is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 22,738 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 R62 HNE, 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 29 years old, this Triumph T509 Speed Triple is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R62 HNE registered?

R62 HNE is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R62 HNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R62 HNE shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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