MOT Status
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44,999 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))
Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
chain loose.
chain runner failed.
Chain has tight spot
Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)
Rear suspension slightly stiff
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)
Rear Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)
Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)
Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
How Reliable is the Triumph T509 Speed Triple?
Based on 2,373 MOT tests across 221 vehicles.
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R752 VLK is a 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.
Across all 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 22,528 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 R752 VLK, 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 28 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 R752 VLK registered?
R752 VLK is a 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 6 February 1998.
Is R752 VLK safe to buy?
The MOT history for R752 VLK shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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