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S626 OEW

1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

23,539 mi
Last recorded23,539 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS626 OEW
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 23,539 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 23,537 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 22,938 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2023 22,938 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 22,764 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 20,442 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 20,422 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 20,302 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 18,530 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 17,092 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 16,932 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 16,928 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2011 16,662 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 16,658 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 13 May 2010 13,538 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 12,780 miles

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

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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S626 OEW is a 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 S626 OEW, 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 S626 OEW registered?

S626 OEW is a 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S626 OEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S626 OEW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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