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R685 ULX

1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

12,827 mi
Last recorded12,827 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,738 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR685 ULX
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 12,827 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 12 May 2017 12,827 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 May 2014 12,656 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 May 2010 12,527 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 15 May 2009 11,310 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 10,021 miles

degree of movement in front brake discs mounting bobbins.

Fail 13 May 2008 10,021 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

degree of movement in front brake discs mounting bobbins.

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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R685 ULX is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R685 ULX, 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 R685 ULX registered?

R685 ULX is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 6 August 1997.

Is R685 ULX safe to buy?

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