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R83 JHW

1998 Triumph Speed Triple

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

32,256 mi
Last recorded32,256 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2018
Typical for 1998 Triumph Speed Triple20,729 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR83 JHW
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2018 32,256 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 29,444 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2016 28,404 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey at link pipe (7.1.1b)

No lights at time of test

Pillion footpeg mounting weld cracked on rear subframe

Rear caliper sliding carriage seized but brake operation free

chrome on fork stanchions pitted

Fail 5 Feb 2016 28,404 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride axle nut tab (6.2.1h)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey at link pipe (7.1.1b)

No lights at time of test

Pillion footpeg mounting weld cracked on rear subframe

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose Both pad retaining pins (3.2.A1j)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 27,910 miles

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

dust seals faulty allowing water to get to oil seals which will corrode oil seals eventually

Fail 22 Jun 2012 27,905 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

dust seals faulty allowing water to get to oil seals which will corrode oil seals eventually

Pass 17 Jun 2011 26,742 miles

GEAR CHANGE ARM SECURE BUT HAS MOVEMENT ON SHAFT.

RH FOOTREST, SECURE BUTMOUNT CRACKED.

Pass 23 Jun 2010 24,266 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 22 Jun 2010 24,238 miles

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 20,566 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 16,010 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Feb 2007 10,524 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 5 Feb 2007 10,524 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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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R83 JHW is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 R83 JHW, 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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R83 JHW is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 10 April 1998.

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