MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
18,962 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
advise left hand rider footpeg slightly loose but not dangerous
Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
advise left hand rider footpeg slightly loose but not dangerous
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)
Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)
Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear number plate light not working.
How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Triple?
Based on 90,583 MOT tests across 8,756 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S870 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
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 S870 UBC, 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
How do I check the history of S870 UBC?
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What year was S870 UBC registered?
S870 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 December 1998.
Is S870 UBC safe to buy?
The MOT history for S870 UBC shows 18 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.
Does S870 UBC have outstanding finance?
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