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LK51 WUY

2002 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

34,879 mi
Last recorded34,879 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Speed Triple17,623 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK51 WUY
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 34,879 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 34,788 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2024 34,788 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 34,651 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2022 34,577 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 34,534 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2020 34,484 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 34,215 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 33,451 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 31,961 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 31,950 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 31,067 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 30,067 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 30,067 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 26,914 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 26,914 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 23,401 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 19,307 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 19,307 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 17,927 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 17,218 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 13,389 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 12,078 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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LK51 WUY is a 2002 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 LK51 WUY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LK51 WUY registered?

LK51 WUY is a 2002 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 23 January 2002.

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The MOT history for LK51 WUY shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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