Triumph Speed Triple 1050
MotorcycleFrom 498 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, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements and brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 5 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 5 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 3 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 3 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 3 |
| audible warning not working | 3 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 3 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 2 |
| a throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is affected | 2 |
| brake performance unable to be tested | 2 |
| brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 10.7% of Speed Triple 1050 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 £68.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 91% | a footrest missing or insecure, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2010 | 90.5% | projected beam image is obviously incorrect, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led |
Typical mileage
Half of all Speed Triple 1050s tested had between 12,388 and 26,665 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 19,850 median miles, the Speed Triple 1050 has 0.059 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 Triple 1050 MOT pass rate?
The Triumph Speed Triple 1050 has a 88.2% MOT pass rate based on 498 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Triumph Speed Triple 1050?
The most common MOT failure on the Triumph Speed Triple 1050 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 5 failures. Other common issues include number plate does not conform to the specified requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Triumph Speed Triple 1050 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Triumph Speed Triple 1050 is 19,850 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 12,388 and 26,665 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.