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S891 UBC

1998 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

43,622 mi
Last recorded43,622 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2021
Typical for 1998 Triumph Speed Triple20,729 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS891 UBC
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2021 43,622 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 42,202 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 41,288 miles

Aftermarket clutch lever fouls bar-end mirrors but does not affect operation

Exhaust clamps (x2) missing but not blowing or insecure

Front wheel/forks twisted slightly

Fail 2 Jun 2016 41,288 miles

Aftermarket clutch lever fouls bar-end mirrors but does not affect operation

Exhaust clamps (x2) missing but not blowing or insecure

Front wheel/forks twisted slightly

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 40,025 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 39,140 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2011 36,012 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Aug 2010 35,133 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 34,315 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 34,259 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 33,711 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 33,328 miles

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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S891 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S891 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.

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What year was S891 UBC registered?

S891 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 12 November 1998.

Is S891 UBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S891 UBC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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