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R878 KRY

1997 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

23,157 mi
Last recorded23,157 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2013
Typical for 1997 Triumph Speed Triple22,991 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR878 KRY
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 7 Oct 2013 23,157 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 23,157 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 21,632 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 21,632 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 21,543 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 21,543 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Fail 8 Oct 2010 19,266 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 19,266 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 16,865 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 13,770 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 13,039 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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R878 KRY is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 R878 KRY, 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 R878 KRY registered?

R878 KRY is a 1997 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 15 September 1997.

Is R878 KRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R878 KRY shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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