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R975 DVM

1998 Triumph Speed Triple

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

28,461 mi
Last recorded28,461 miles
Recorded on26 May 2020
Typical for 1998 Triumph Speed Triple20,729 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR975 DVM
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2020 28,461 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 28,296 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 27,643 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 27,159 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 26,420 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 25,205 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 23,873 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 22,608 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 21,309 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside rear position lamp inoperative , offside ok .

Pass 8 Mar 2010 20,131 miles

Nearside rear sidelight inoperative , offside ok

Pass 9 Jan 2009 18,792 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 16,811 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 17 Jan 2008 16,811 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 16,050 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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R975 DVM is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R975 DVM, 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 R975 DVM registered?

R975 DVM is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 13 April 1998.

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