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AF61 TKA

2011 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

18,078 mi
Last recorded18,078 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Triumph Speed Triple11,827 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF61 TKA
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 18,078 miles

BATTERY WEAK

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Feb 2026 18,078 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

BATTERY WEAK

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 16,717 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Aug 2024 16,716 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 13,221 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2022 12,638 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied Slightly out of adjustment (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 11,939 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 10,882 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 9,477 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 7,069 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 4,275 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 4,275 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 4,007 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Triple?

Based on 90,583 MOT tests across 8,756 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
772
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
8,756
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 724
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 359
reflector on motorcycle missing 285
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 269
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 237
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AF61 TKA is a 2011 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2011 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 11,827 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Speed Triple fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 724 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF61 TKA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Triple typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 15 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AF61 TKA registered?

AF61 TKA is a 2011 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 14 October 2011.

Is AF61 TKA safe to buy?

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