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R977 SDA

1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

26,645 mi
Last recorded26,645 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,738 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR977 SDA
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 26,645 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 26,634 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 26,566 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 26,432 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 26,411 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 26,324 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 26,265 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 25,865 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 25,539 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn loose on bobbins (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 27 May 2017 25,539 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn loose on bobbins (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2016 24,755 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 24,656 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 24,126 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

number plate light .not working

Pass 15 Jun 2013 23,885 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 23,548 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 17 Apr 2010 23,548 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 20,889 miles

front tyre wearing uneven

Pass 27 Apr 2007 20,869 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 20,869 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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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R977 SDA is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 R977 SDA, 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.

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R977 SDA is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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