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T31 PLE

1999 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

21,369 mi
Last recorded21,369 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Speed Triple20,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT31 PLE
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 21,369 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 20,293 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 19,107 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2024 19,102 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 17,752 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 17,014 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2020 16,688 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 16,261 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 14,437 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn both sides (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit both sides (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Apr 2017 14,116 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 12,515 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2012 12,515 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 10,510 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 7,361 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 2,922 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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T31 PLE is a 1999 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 T31 PLE, 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 T31 PLE registered?

T31 PLE is a 1999 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 3 November 1999.

Is T31 PLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for T31 PLE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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