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AV52 UBW

2002 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,601 mi
Last recorded17,601 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Speed Triple17,623 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV52 UBW
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 17,601 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 13,957 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 19,361 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 May 2024 13,948 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened Rear suspension seized (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2023 13,132 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 11,354 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 11,354 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2019 10,746 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 9,393 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 9,322 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 9,309 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 9,174 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 9,127 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 7,417 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 5,506 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2006 4,169 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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AV52 UBW is a 2002 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2002 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 17,623 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AV52 UBW, 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 24 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 AV52 UBW registered?

AV52 UBW is a 2002 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is AV52 UBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV52 UBW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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