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S344 CGK

1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,343 mi
Last recorded22,343 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2015
Typical for 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS344 CGK
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2015 22,343 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 19,985 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 17,926 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 15,235 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2009 12,518 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Dec 2009 12,505 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 7,653 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 7,158 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 7,158 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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S344 CGK is a 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 22,528 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 S344 CGK, 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 28 years old, this Triumph T509 Speed Triple is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S344 CGK registered?

S344 CGK is a 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 27 October 1998.

Is S344 CGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S344 CGK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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