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S627 OEW

1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,958 mi
Last recorded26,958 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,528 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS627 OEW
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 26,958 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 26,214 miles

front wheel slight deviation

rear shock linkage slight play

Pass 26 Jun 2020 26,069 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2014 25,607 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 23,315 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 23,949 miles

Centre Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 23,949 miles

Centre Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2010 21,441 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 20,929 miles

Although the rear brake does read high on the brake force readings it does not lock-up,and therefore it is recommended to change the friction material or check for glazed pads.

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 20,386 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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S627 OEW is a 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S627 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.

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What year was S627 OEW registered?

S627 OEW is a 1998 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S627 OEW safe to buy?

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