Triumph Unclassified
MotorcycleFrom 2,082 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, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a brake lining or pad contaminated with oil and grease etc. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 21 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 | 21 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 11 |
| a brake lining or pad contaminated with oil, grease etc | 11 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 10 |
| contaminated with oil, grease etc | 10 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 7 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 7 |
| audible warning not working | 5 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 5 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 5 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 22.8% of Unclassified 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 £55.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 91.2% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, brake control has insufficient reserve travel |
| 1996 | 84.7% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a brake lining or pad contaminated with oil, grease etc |
| 1995 | 85.5% | contaminated with oil, grease etc, audible warning not working |
| 1994 | 84.2% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, audible warning not working |
1 earlier years
| 1993 | 88.6% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre |
Typical mileage
Half of all Unclassifieds tested had between 15,178 and 34,062 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 22,663 median miles, the Unclassified has 0.052 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 Unclassified MOT pass rate?
The Triumph Unclassified has a 88.2% MOT pass rate based on 2,082 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Triumph Unclassified?
The most common MOT failure on the Triumph Unclassified is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 21 failures. Other common issues include significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake.
What is the typical mileage of a Triumph Unclassified at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Triumph Unclassified is 22,663 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 15,178 and 34,062 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.