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LK51 NBD

2001 Triumph Speed Triple 955I

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

41,033 mi
Last recorded41,033 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Triumph Speed Triple 955I19,365 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK51 NBD
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple 955I
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 41,033 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure Stem split (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2026 41,033 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure Stem split (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 39,918 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 39,168 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 38,346 miles

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

Slight rumble to front wheel bearings

Fail 15 Oct 2022 38,317 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Slight rumble to front wheel bearings

Pass 6 Oct 2021 37,260 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2020 36,514 miles

Front 1/2 position light not working

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 34,281 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 32,976 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 32,729 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 32,288 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 31,112 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 30,025 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 29,349 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 29,330 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 28,146 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 25,887 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 25,857 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 23,370 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 20,919 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 18,638 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 16,308 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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LK51 NBD is a 2001 Triumph Speed Triple 955I in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 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 LK51 NBD, 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 LK51 NBD registered?

LK51 NBD is a 2001 Triumph Speed Triple 955I, first registered on 12 September 2001.

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