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R877 ECG

1997 Triumph Speed Triple

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

43,246 mi
Last recorded43,246 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed Triple22,991 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR877 ECG
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 43,246 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 42,262 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 40,502 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 40,182 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 39,964 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 38,788 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 36,807 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 31,467 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 28,174 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 28,174 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 24,872 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 23,680 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 May 2007 23,615 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 23,606 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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R877 ECG is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R877 ECG, 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 R877 ECG registered?

R877 ECG is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R877 ECG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R877 ECG shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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