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R809 BTU

1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,782 mi
Last recorded23,782 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR809 BTU
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 30 May 2025 23,782 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 23,670 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 23,658 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 23,512 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 23,498 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 23,350 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 23,230 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 23,213 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 23,152 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 20,539 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 19,169 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 17,945 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 17,082 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 16,322 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 12,760 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 12,760 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 11,446 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 10,529 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 9,265 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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R809 BTU is a 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R809 BTU, 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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How do I check the history of R809 BTU?

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What year was R809 BTU registered?

R809 BTU is a 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 3 April 1998.

Is R809 BTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R809 BTU shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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