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S189 RDG

1999 Triumph Speed Triple

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

30,327 mi
Last recorded30,327 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Speed Triple20,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS189 RDG
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 30,327 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2026 30,327 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 29,902 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 29,320 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 Sep 2021 29,320 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Apr 2017 29,052 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 24,373 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 18,286 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 15,099 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 14,523 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2006 13,296 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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S189 RDG is a 1999 Triumph Speed Triple in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 20,130 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 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 S189 RDG, 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 27 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 S189 RDG registered?

S189 RDG is a 1999 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 February 1999.

Is S189 RDG safe to buy?

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