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S83 MFP

1999 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,563 mi
Last recorded18,563 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Speed Triple20,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS83 MFP
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 18,563 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 18,119 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 18,099 miles
Fail 18 May 2024 18,099 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2023 18,082 miles
Fail 19 May 2023 18,082 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 May 2022 17,957 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 17,837 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 17,762 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 17,686 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 17,216 miles

Central headstock bearings slightly notchy

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

exhaust noisy

Pass 26 Jul 2016 17,016 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 16,552 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 16,552 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 15,508 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2013 11,880 miles

Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 10,066 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 6,906 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 4,883 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 3,003 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 2,886 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 2,697 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 2,697 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 2,549 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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S83 MFP is a 1999 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 S83 MFP, 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.

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What year was S83 MFP registered?

S83 MFP is a 1999 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 7 January 1999.

Is S83 MFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S83 MFP shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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