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M981 KTG

1995 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

15,617 mi
Last recorded15,617 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 1995 Triumph Speed Triple27,688 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM981 KTG
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 15,617 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 15,585 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 15,563 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 17,799 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 17,699 miles

Oil leak

Pass 31 May 2012 4,634 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 28 May 2012 4,616 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 4,228 miles

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2007 3,339 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

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

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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M981 KTG is a 1995 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 M981 KTG, 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 M981 KTG registered?

M981 KTG is a 1995 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 23 March 1995.

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