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R951 BOA

1998 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 855cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,751 mi
Last recorded12,751 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2020
Typical for 1998 Triumph Speed Triple20,729 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR951 BOA
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine855cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2020 12,751 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 12,597 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2016 12,387 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 12,233 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2014 12,184 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2012 11,927 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 11,442 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 10,833 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 9,499 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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R951 BOA is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 855cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 20,729 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 R951 BOA, 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 28 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 R951 BOA registered?

R951 BOA is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 15 April 1998.

Is R951 BOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R951 BOA shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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