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GL59 VAX

2009 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,670 mi
Last recorded22,670 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Speed Triple11,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL59 VAX
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 13 Feb 2026 22,670 miles

Central Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 22,649 miles

Central Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 20,459 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 20,404 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 19,201 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 17,010 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 15,037 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 13,320 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 11,572 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 10,328 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 8,208 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 2 Feb 2013 7,022 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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GL59 VAX is a 2009 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 GL59 VAX, 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.

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What year was GL59 VAX registered?

GL59 VAX is a 2009 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 28 December 2009.

Is GL59 VAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL59 VAX shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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