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S171 BDM

1999 Triumph Speed Triple 955I

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,359 mi
Last recorded42,359 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2016
Typical for 1999 Triumph Speed Triple 955I21,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS171 BDM
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple 955I
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2016 42,359 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 14 Apr 2016 42,358 miles

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

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 36,798 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 May 2014 29,575 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 29,573 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 25,674 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 25,674 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 24,469 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 24,085 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2010 22,273 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 21,080 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 20,640 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 16,749 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 16,489 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Triple 955I?

Based on 14,779 MOT tests across 1,024 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,024
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 199
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 98
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 48
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 45
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S171 BDM is a 1999 Triumph Speed Triple 955I in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Speed Triple 955I models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 21,238 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Speed Triple 955I fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 199 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S171 BDM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Triple 955I typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple 955I is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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S171 BDM is a 1999 Triumph Speed Triple 955I, first registered on 1 January 1999.

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