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R873 MDP

1997 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,093 mi
Last recorded17,093 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed Triple22,991 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR873 MDP
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 17,093 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 16,978 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 16,612 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 15,887 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively worn on rivets (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front fork dust seals detreating

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively worn on rivets (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play fork dust seals detreating (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play hub (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 15,551 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 14,719 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 14,192 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play Rear hub bearing has freeplay (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 13,691 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2017 13,691 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2014 13,430 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 13,260 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 13,260 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 12,742 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2010 11,814 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 11,406 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 11,406 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 5 May 2007
Pass 5 May 2006 10,356 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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R873 MDP is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R873 MDP, 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.

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What year was R873 MDP registered?

R873 MDP is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 19 September 1997.

Is R873 MDP safe to buy?

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