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SAZ 5090

1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

29,899 mi
Last recorded29,899 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2020
Typical for 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,738 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAZ 5090
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2020 29,899 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 29,879 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jul 2016 29,648 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2015 28,622 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 27,243 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 26,670 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 26,669 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 30 Mar 2012 26,669 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Upper Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 26,669 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 26,129 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 24,585 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 22,624 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2005 22,624 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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SAZ 5090 is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 22,738 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 SAZ 5090, 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 29 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 SAZ 5090 registered?

SAZ 5090 is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 1 April 1997.

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The MOT history for SAZ 5090 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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