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R946 JUG

1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Cream Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

2,364 mi
Last recorded2,364 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR946 JUG
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1998
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 2,364 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 May 2026 2,364 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 903 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 Apr 2025 903 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2023
Fail 20 Jun 2019 11,089 miles

Front Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal leaking( front left side) (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever shorter than standard but function not impaired

Front indicators not secure and not fastened correctly

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

head race bearings knotchy (front wheel raised)

oil lines on motor have corrosion

Pass 12 Jun 2015 10,790 miles

ball end missing from clutch lever

Pass 13 Jun 2014 10,475 miles

ball end missing from clutch lever

Pass 26 Sep 2013 10,461 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 10,099 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

gear change lever modified

Pass 26 Jun 2006 4,128 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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R946 JUG is a 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Cream with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 22,528 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 R946 JUG, 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 28 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 R946 JUG registered?

R946 JUG is a 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 23 March 1998.

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