Triumph Speed Twin
MotorcycleFrom 389 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm and a footrest missing or insecure. The top issue, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, caused 2 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.
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 2 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 2 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 2 |
| reflector colour or position not in accordance with the requirements | 1 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 1 |
| wheels of a solo motorcycle sufficiently misaligned to adversely affect the handling or steering | 1 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley so loose or worn it is likely to fail | 1 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 1 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 1 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 90.9% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
Typical mileage
Half of all Speed Twins tested had between 2,173 and 5,813 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
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 Twin MOT pass rate?
The Triumph Speed Twin has a 91.3% MOT pass rate based on 389 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Triumph Speed Twin?
The most common MOT failure on the Triumph Speed Twin is number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, which caused 2 failures. Other common issues include brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm.
What is the typical mileage of a Triumph Speed Twin at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Triumph Speed Twin is 4,181 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 2,173 and 5,813 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.