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R818 MFE

1998 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

16,312 mi
Last recorded16,312 miles
Recorded on29 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Triumph Speed Triple20,729 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR818 MFE
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2024 16,312 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 16,282 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 16,277 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 16,246 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 16,088 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 May 2011 15,807 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 15,752 miles
Fail 15 May 2010

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 13 May 2009 15,387 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 15,387 miles

Front Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Pass 6 May 2008 15,130 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 14,650 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 14,407 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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R818 MFE is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R818 MFE, 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 R818 MFE registered?

R818 MFE is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 2 March 1998.

Is R818 MFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R818 MFE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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