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R999 HUW

2001 Triumph Speed Triple

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

31,175 mi
Last recorded31,175 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Speed Triple17,995 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR999 HUW
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 31,175 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2024 31,096 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 31,082 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 31,014 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 30,824 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 30,818 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 30,393 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 29,971 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 29,902 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 29,830 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 29,692 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 29,361 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 28,827 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 28,004 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 26,485 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 22,591 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 22,591 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 18,776 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 17,447 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 15,770 miles

rear tyre has a very small pin type peice in it have advised to pull out and cheque

Pass 20 Apr 2006 12,535 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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R999 HUW is a 2001 Triumph Speed Triple in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 17,995 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 R999 HUW, 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 25 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 R999 HUW registered?

R999 HUW is a 2001 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 18 April 2001.

Is R999 HUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R999 HUW shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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