Triumph Speed Master 865
MotorcycleFrom 487 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released. The top issue, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, caused 5 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 5 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 5 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 4 |
| exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted | 3 |
| audible warning not working | 2 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| a lamp not securely attached | 2 |
| reflector colour or position not in accordance with the requirements | 1 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 1 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 19.2% of Speed Master 865 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £60.
Typical mileage
Half of all Speed Master 865s tested had between 10,625 and 19,778 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 14,004 median miles, the Speed Master 865 has 0.099 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Triumph models
| Triumph Bonneville | 90.9% |
| Triumph Tiger | 91.6% |
| Triumph Sprint | 87.1% |
| Triumph Daytona | 85.9% |
| Triumph Speed Triple | 88.7% |
Common questions
What is the Triumph Speed Master 865 MOT pass rate?
The Triumph Speed Master 865 has a 86.2% MOT pass rate based on 487 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Triumph Speed Master 865?
The most common MOT failure on the Triumph Speed Master 865 is brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, which caused 5 failures. Other common issues include stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
What is the typical mileage of a Triumph Speed Master 865 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Triumph Speed Master 865 is 14,004 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 10,625 and 19,778 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.