MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
32,256 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
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
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)
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
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
GEAR CHANGE ARM SECURE BUT HAS MOVEMENT ON SHAFT.
RH FOOTREST, SECURE BUTMOUNT CRACKED.
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
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)
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)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
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.
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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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