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T473 ARE

1999 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

20,848 mi
Last recorded20,848 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Speed Triple20,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT473 ARE
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 20,848 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 20,700 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2024 20,698 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 19,712 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2023 19,712 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 18,704 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 17,563 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Dec 2021 17,561 miles

Front Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 14,690 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 10,899 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 10,888 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tire 1mm tread replace soon as posible (5.2.3 (e))

drive chaine slightly loos but not excessive

Pass 25 May 2016 7,659 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 7,498 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 7,390 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 6,992 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 6,957 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 6,757 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 6,540 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 6,337 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2008 5,823 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2007 5,429 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 5,070 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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T473 ARE is a 1999 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 T473 ARE, 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 T473 ARE registered?

T473 ARE is a 1999 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 25 May 1999.

Is T473 ARE safe to buy?

The MOT history for T473 ARE shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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