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R695 SWO

1998 Triumph Speed Triple

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,779 mi
Last recorded27,779 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2023
Typical for 1998 Triumph Speed Triple20,729 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR695 SWO
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2023 27,779 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 27,568 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 26,069 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2018 26,069 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2016 25,611 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 24,970 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 42,743 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 42,724 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 May 2014 42,343 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 42,343 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 1 May 2013 41,047 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 41,047 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 40,794 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 38,932 miles

front fork dust seal loose

Pass 13 Feb 2009 37,101 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 8 Dec 2006 30,571 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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R695 SWO is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R695 SWO, 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 R695 SWO registered?

R695 SWO is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 17 June 1998.

Is R695 SWO safe to buy?

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