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R68 EVM

1998 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

21,258 mi
Last recorded21,258 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2015
Typical for 1998 Triumph Speed Triple20,729 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR68 EVM
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2015 21,258 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 21,163 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2014 21,146 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 20,885 miles

indicators slightly fast

Pass 6 Oct 2012 20,572 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

indicators slightly fast

Fail 29 Sep 2012 20,569 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

indicators slightly fast

Pass 22 Sep 2011 19,306 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 17,953 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 17,005 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 15,070 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 14,936 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2007 14,936 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2006 13,515 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2006 13,515 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

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

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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R68 EVM is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R68 EVM, 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 R68 EVM registered?

R68 EVM is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R68 EVM safe to buy?

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