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R841 KRY

1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

39,436 mi
Last recorded39,436 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2023
Typical for 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,738 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR841 KRY
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2023 39,436 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 39,297 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2017 39,291 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Sep 2016 38,242 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 37,166 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 35,968 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 35,772 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 35,772 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 20 Jul 2012 35,262 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 35,262 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 34,903 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 34,646 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2009 32,770 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 31,799 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 30,993 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 29,316 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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R841 KRY is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 22,738 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 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 R841 KRY, 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 29 years old, this Triumph T509 Speed Triple is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R841 KRY registered?

R841 KRY is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 8 September 1997.

Is R841 KRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R841 KRY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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