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R880 KRY

1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,505 mi
Last recorded20,505 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2022
Typical for 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,738 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR880 KRY
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2022 20,505 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 20,248 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 19,716 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 19,146 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 18,658 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2014 18,170 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 17,308 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 16,704 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 16,120 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 16,120 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 13,877 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 13,834 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 22 May 2009 11,755 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 10,144 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 8,086 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 7,834 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

advise, right tail lamp bulb not working.

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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R880 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 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R880 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R880 KRY registered?

R880 KRY is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 15 September 1997.

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The MOT history for R880 KRY shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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