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S747 CYJ

1998 Triumph Speed Triple

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

6,376 mi
Last recorded6,376 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Speed Triple20,729 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS747 CYJ
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 6,376 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 6,374 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 6,301 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2006 6,186 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 6,186 miles

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

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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S747 CYJ is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 20,729 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 S747 CYJ, 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 28 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S747 CYJ registered?

S747 CYJ is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 12 October 1998.

Is S747 CYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S747 CYJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S747 CYJ have outstanding finance?

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