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GX56 OBT

2006 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

18,794 mi
Last recorded18,794 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 Triumph Speed Triple12,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX56 OBT
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 18,794 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 17,955 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2024 17,955 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect Beam bender fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 15,749 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 14,587 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 13,968 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 13,835 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 13,835 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 13,726 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 13,723 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 13,651 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 13,651 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 13,103 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 11,112 miles

exhaust slightly noisey

Pass 6 Sep 2010 8,932 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 3,937 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 3,937 miles

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
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GX56 OBT is a 2006 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 76.5%.

Across all 2006 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 12,818 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 GX56 OBT, 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 20 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 GX56 OBT registered?

GX56 OBT is a 2006 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 15 September 2006.

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