Triumph Speed Triple
MotorcycleFrom 6,287 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 45 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 45 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 44 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 37 |
| audible warning not working | 35 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 29 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 28 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 28 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 23 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 21 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 19 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 21% of Speed Triple 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.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 93.3% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, a footrest missing or insecure |
| 2017 | 89.2% | audible warning not working, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2016 | 91.5% | audible warning not working, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear |
| 2015 | 84.9% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
15 earlier years
| 2014 | 90% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, audible warning sound not in accordance with requirements |
| 2013 | 90.8% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2012 | 87.5% | a footrest missing or insecure, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution |
| 2011 | 87.8% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements |
| 2010 | 89.1% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2009 | 87.5% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2008 | 89% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2007 | 87% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2006 | 87.8% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2005 | 85.1% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2004 | 93% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, restriction in free movement of the braking system |
| 2003 | 87.4% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn |
| 2001 | 90.7% | a throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is affected, a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released |
| 1999 | 77.5% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 1997 | 91% | a wheel bearing with excessive play, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
Typical mileage
Half of all Speed Triples tested had between 11,035 and 21,987 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 14,031 median miles, the Speed Triple has 0.081 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 Street | 91.4% |
Common questions
What is the Triumph Speed Triple MOT pass rate?
The Triumph Speed Triple has a 88.7% MOT pass rate based on 6,287 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Triumph Speed Triple?
The most common MOT failure on the Triumph Speed Triple is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 45 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Triumph Speed Triple at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Triumph Speed Triple is 14,031 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 11,035 and 21,987 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.