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S228 LJF

1999 Triumph Speed Triple

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

37,032 mi
Last recorded37,032 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Speed Triple20,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS228 LJF
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 37,032 miles

Central Front Fork yoke deformed but serviceable (2.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2025 34,446 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 32,860 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2024 32,860 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 32,849 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 32,733 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 32,271 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 32,032 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2017 31,291 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 30,055 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 29,620 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2014 28,667 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 11 May 2013 28,087 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 27,871 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2011 27,034 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 24,937 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 23,069 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2008 22,253 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2006 20,948 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(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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S228 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Speed Triple in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 20,130 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 S228 LJF, 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 27 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S228 LJF registered?

S228 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 20 January 1999.

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