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KF52 VJK

2002 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

22,023 mi
Last recorded22,023 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 2002 Triumph Speed Triple17,623 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF52 VJK
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2024 22,023 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 22,017 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slight notch in head race (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Rear shock (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2021 21,628 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 21,443 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 21,122 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 20,767 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2013 20,362 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2013 20,362 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 19,903 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2012 19,903 miles

Rear suspension bearing excessively deteriorated (2.4A.2a(i))

Pass 16 Mar 2011 19,346 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 16,444 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2010 16,437 miles

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2009 14,838 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 12,790 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2008 12,740 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 9,201 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 9,201 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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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KF52 VJK is a 2002 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 KF52 VJK, 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 KF52 VJK registered?

KF52 VJK is a 2002 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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