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M314 VVS

1995 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

40,708 mi
Last recorded40,708 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1995 Triumph Speed Triple27,688 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM314 VVS
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 40,708 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 40,501 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2023 40,177 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2023 40,176 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2022 39,056 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 38,615 miles
Fail 17 May 2021 38,615 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen rh dip headlight (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 19 May 2020 38,136 miles
Fail 19 May 2020 38,136 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 36,690 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 36,620 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 36,446 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 36,446 miles

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

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 36,187 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 35,996 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2010 34,636 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 34,633 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 34,195 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 32,340 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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M314 VVS is a 1995 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1995 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 27,688 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 M314 VVS, 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 31 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 M314 VVS registered?

M314 VVS is a 1995 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 19 April 1995.

Is M314 VVS safe to buy?

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