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R824 HAT

1997 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,670 mi
Last recorded11,670 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed Triple22,991 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR824 HAT
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2025 11,670 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 11,228 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 11,106 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 10,544 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 9,727 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 9,710 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 7,707 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 7,553 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Apr 2010 5,827 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 4,257 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 3,711 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2005 3,146 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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R824 HAT is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 22,991 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 R824 HAT, 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 29 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R824 HAT registered?

R824 HAT is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R824 HAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R824 HAT shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R824 HAT have outstanding finance?

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