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S603 BBD

1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

38,374 mi
Last recorded38,374 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,528 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS603 BBD
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 38,374 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 38,210 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 37,785 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 37,449 miles

o/s/f brake pads signs of overheating

Fail 20 Sep 2019 37,449 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

o/s/f brake pads signs of overheating

Pass 14 Sep 2018 36,920 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 36,490 miles

rear brake pipe close to rear spring [suggest to re route]

Pass 26 Jul 2016 34,403 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 29,579 miles
Fail 23 May 2015 29,579 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 26,686 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 26,111 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 24,903 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 24,903 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 May 2010 24,245 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 24,241 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 22,528 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2007 20,687 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 25 Nov 2006 18,850 miles

slight play in rear hub bearing

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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S603 BBD is a 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 S603 BBD, 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.

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What year was S603 BBD registered?

S603 BBD is a 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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