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T197 TGT

1999 Triumph Speed Triple 955I

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

25,125 mi
Last recorded25,125 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Speed Triple 955I21,238 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT197 TGT
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple 955I
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 25,125 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight scores on inner of rear disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 15 Jun 2026 25,125 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight scores on inner of rear disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high o/s headlight too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 24,775 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 24,607 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 24,067 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2007 23,420 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2007 23,412 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 25 Sep 2006 23,156 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 21,069 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2005 21,060 miles

Nearside Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Offside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Offside Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

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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T197 TGT is a 1999 Triumph Speed Triple 955I in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 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 T197 TGT, 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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What year was T197 TGT registered?

T197 TGT is a 1999 Triumph Speed Triple 955I, first registered on 17 August 1999.

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