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S289 LJF

1999 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,554 mi
Last recorded97,554 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2011
Typical for 1999 Triumph Speed Triple20,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS289 LJF
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2011 97,554 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2009 91,404 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

head lamp mask fitted to deflect beam from dipping incorrected

n/s/r foot rest missing but no pillion seat fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2008 74,863 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 56,422 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 1 Sep 2007 55,502 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2006 41,943 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 41,943 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2005 28,889 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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S289 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S289 LJF, 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 S289 LJF registered?

S289 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 5 February 1999.

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