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DB09 RMB

2009 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

19,889 mi
Last recorded19,889 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Speed Triple11,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDB09 RMB
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 19,889 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 18,355 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 16,972 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 15,245 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 14,497 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 13,826 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 13,581 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 13,481 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 13,401 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2018 13,397 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 13,374 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 12,400 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 10,815 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 9,351 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 8,473 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2013 8,473 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2012 6,312 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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DB09 RMB 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 DB09 RMB, 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 DB09 RMB registered?

DB09 RMB is a 2009 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 7 March 2009.

Is DB09 RMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DB09 RMB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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