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KU16 VAF

2016 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

18,423 mi
Last recorded18,423 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Triumph Speed Triple8,466 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU16 VAF
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 18,423 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2026 18,423 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 12 Apr 2025 17,112 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 16,373 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 15,635 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 14,712 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 13,362 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 11,449 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Light (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 8,947 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 3,070 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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KU16 VAF is a 2016 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2016 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 8,466 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 KU16 VAF, 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 10 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KU16 VAF registered?

KU16 VAF is a 2016 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 12 March 2016.

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