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M508 VNU

1995 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

5,048 mi
Last recorded5,048 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Triumph Speed Triple27,688 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM508 VNU
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 5,048 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2025 4,201 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 3,651 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 2,314 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 1,707 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 266 miles

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 May 2020 18,006 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 9,167 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Left hand front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 May 2018 9,135 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2017 9,077 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2016 9,061 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 8,999 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 8,916 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 8,758 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front brake binding slightly

Pass 2 Jul 2011 8,480 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 8,093 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 8,087 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 79,824 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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M508 VNU is a 1995 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 M508 VNU, 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 M508 VNU registered?

M508 VNU is a 1995 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M508 VNU safe to buy?

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