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S331 LUB

1998 Triumph Speed Triple 955I

Grey Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

30,280 mi
Last recorded30,280 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Speed Triple 955I18,583 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS331 LUB
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple 955I
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 30,280 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 30,277 miles

fairings fitted obscuring some components

Fail 4 Jul 2025 30,277 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working not working on brake pedal (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted brake pads larger than front brake discs (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

fairings fitted obscuring some components

Pass 14 Sep 2018 30,051 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2016 27,939 miles

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

slight play in rear cushdrive

Pass 11 Jun 2015 23,852 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2014 22,057 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 21,693 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 May 2012 21,547 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 20,687 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 May 2010 19,675 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 18,340 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 17,164 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2007 15,603 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 14,180 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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S331 LUB is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple 955I in Grey with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Speed Triple 955I models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 18,583 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 S331 LUB, 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 28 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple 955I is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S331 LUB registered?

S331 LUB is a 1998 Triumph Speed Triple 955I, first registered on 7 September 1998.

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