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Y489 DRB

2001 Triumph TT600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

36,882 mi
Last recorded36,882 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 Triumph TT60015,714 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY489 DRB
MakeTriumph
ModelTT600
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2015 36,882 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 35,231 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 35,186 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 31,808 miles

FRont brake reserve travel close to minimum

Rear caliper boot perished

Pass 17 Apr 2012 28,936 miles

poss slight wear in front wheel bearing

Pass 20 Apr 2011 28,095 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 28,093 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 25,075 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 22,639 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 16,992 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2007 16,167 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 16,164 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2006 12,949 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph TT600?

Based on 17,988 MOT tests across 1,500 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
649
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,500
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 301
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 225
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 176
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 150
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing 95
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Y489 DRB is a 2001 Triumph TT600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2001 Triumph TT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 15,714 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 TT600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 301 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y489 DRB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph TT600 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Triumph TT600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y489 DRB registered?

Y489 DRB is a 2001 Triumph TT600, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is Y489 DRB safe to buy?

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