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RV62 XBU

2012 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

20,870 mi
Last recorded20,870 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Speed Triple11,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV62 XBU
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 20,870 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 May 2025 20,439 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 May 2024 19,930 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2023 19,322 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2023 19,322 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Feb 2022 13,181 miles

after market silencer fitted.

Fail 9 Feb 2022 13,159 miles

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

after market silencer fitted.

Pass 16 Nov 2020 12,161 miles

after market silencers fitted.

Pass 18 Oct 2019 11,963 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2019 11,963 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2018 11,144 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2017 9,875 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 4,676 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 2,997 miles

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

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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RV62 XBU is a 2012 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 11,228 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 RV62 XBU, 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 14 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RV62 XBU registered?

RV62 XBU is a 2012 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 16 November 2012.

Is RV62 XBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV62 XBU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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