CarVerify

Free Car Check

G16 MES

2012 Triumph Speed Triple

White Petrol 1050cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

6,201 mi
Last recorded6,201 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Triumph Speed Triple11,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationG16 MES
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 6,201 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 6,035 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 5,857 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 5,407 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2019 5,407 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 5,142 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 4,499 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 2,362 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 2,362 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 19 Apr 2016 2,342 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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
Full Triumph Speed Triple reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

G16 MES is a 2012 Triumph Speed Triple in White with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2012 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 11,228 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 G16 MES, 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 14 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G16 MES?

You can check the full history of G16 MES by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was G16 MES registered?

G16 MES is a 2012 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 3 August 2012.

Is G16 MES safe to buy?

The MOT history for G16 MES shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G16 MES have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on G16 MES. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.