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AU09 BWM

2009 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

42,259 mi
Last recorded42,259 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Speed Triple11,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU09 BWM
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 42,259 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 42,250 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 41,892 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 41,602 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 40,663 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 38,141 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 36,337 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 33,429 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2019 33,429 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 31,207 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 31,056 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 30,782 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 30,127 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 May 2014 27,806 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 24 May 2014 27,806 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2013 21,400 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 15,369 miles

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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AU09 BWM is a 2009 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 11,810 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 AU09 BWM, 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 17 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU09 BWM registered?

AU09 BWM is a 2009 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 April 2009.

Is AU09 BWM safe to buy?

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