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GJ02 UYG

2002 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

28,436 mi
Last recorded28,436 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Speed Triple17,623 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ02 UYG
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 28,436 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 28,074 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 27,443 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 26,786 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 25,841 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 25,129 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

engine malfunction light illuminated

Pass 7 Oct 2019 24,838 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2019 24,829 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 23,554 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 22,549 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 20,656 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 19,556 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 19,294 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 18,255 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 25 Sep 2013 18,255 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 16,468 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 14,176 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 8,886 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 8,886 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 7,920 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 6,601 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 4,748 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 2,466 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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GJ02 UYG is a 2002 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 GJ02 UYG, 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 GJ02 UYG registered?

GJ02 UYG is a 2002 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 7 August 2002.

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