Triumph Street Triple R
MotorcycleFrom 2,026 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 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 and a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 12 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.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 12 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 12 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 11 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 11 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 10 |
| audible warning not working | 10 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 9 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 8 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 6 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 6 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 17.9% of Street Triple R 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 £58.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 89.1% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear |
| 2013 | 91.1% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 2012 | 86.6% | 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 |
| 2011 | 89.8% | a footrest missing or insecure, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
2 earlier years
| 2010 | 88.9% | audible warning not working, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2009 | 89.4% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
Typical mileage
Half of all Street Triple Rs tested had between 10,938 and 24,382 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 18,410 median miles, the Street Triple R has 0.062 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 Street Triple R MOT pass rate?
The Triumph Street Triple R has a 88.6% MOT pass rate based on 2,026 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Triumph Street Triple R?
The most common MOT failure on the Triumph Street Triple R is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 12 failures. Other common issues include a direction indicator 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 Street Triple R at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Triumph Street Triple R is 18,410 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 10,938 and 24,382 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.