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L855 YGD

1994 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

21,389 mi
Last recorded21,389 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Triumph Speed Triple26,420 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL855 YGD
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 21,389 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Mar 2026 21,375 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 May 2023 21,366 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 21,330 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 21,206 miles

Central Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 20,985 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 20,781 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 20,301 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 20,299 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 Jun 2013 20,183 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 20,183 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 20,166 miles

front fork seals slight misting of oil

Pass 30 May 2006 19,950 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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L855 YGD is a 1994 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1994 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 26,420 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L855 YGD, 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 32 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L855 YGD registered?

L855 YGD is a 1994 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 31 March 1994.

Is L855 YGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L855 YGD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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