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HJ02 ZBC

2002 Triumph Speed Triple

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

17,649 mi
Last recorded17,649 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Speed Triple17,623 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ02 ZBC
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 17,649 miles

Drive chain slightly tight tight spots in chain when rotated (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 May 2025 17,582 miles

Offside Front Fuel tank leaking underside of tank area (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed cracks in tyre exposing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight tight spots in chain when rotated (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Coolant leak rad hoses ()

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 16,737 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 16,254 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 23 Mar 2022 16,232 miles

Handlebar restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking open on full lock. (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 15,496 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 15,361 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit fork seals worn /front pads close to limit. (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2016 15,178 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 14,485 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 14,485 miles

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 6 Jul 2013 13,765 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 13,765 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 12,761 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 10,684 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 9,087 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 6,104 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 5,548 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2005 4,644 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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HJ02 ZBC is a 2002 Triumph Speed Triple in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 HJ02 ZBC, 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.

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What year was HJ02 ZBC registered?

HJ02 ZBC is a 2002 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 10 July 2002.

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