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KE51 VZB

2001 Triumph Speed Triple 955I

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

27,101 mi
Last recorded27,101 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Speed Triple 955I19,365 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 VZB
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple 955I
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 27,101 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2023 27,042 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2022 26,857 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 30 May 2018 26,843 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 26,712 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 26,577 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 26,433 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 26,340 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 26,183 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 26,183 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 25,336 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 24,670 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 24,306 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 24,297 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 23,766 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 19,249 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 14,686 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 9,564 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Triple 955I?

Based on 14,779 MOT tests across 1,024 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,024
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 199
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 98
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 48
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 45
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KE51 VZB is a 2001 Triumph Speed Triple 955I in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Speed Triple 955I models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 19,365 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Speed Triple 955I fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 199 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KE51 VZB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Triple 955I typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple 955I is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KE51 VZB registered?

KE51 VZB is a 2001 Triumph Speed Triple 955I, first registered on 22 December 2001.

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The MOT history for KE51 VZB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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