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V495 DRU

1999 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

7,732 mi
Last recorded7,732 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Speed Triple20,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV495 DRU
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 7,732 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 7,285 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 6,898 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 6,552 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 4 May 2022 4,939 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Sep 2011 4,901 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2010 4,878 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2009 4,760 miles

Be aware that the front tyre is worn VERY near the limit.

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

Near side dip not working.

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 4,760 miles

Be aware that the front tyre is worn VERY near the limit.

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

Near side dip not working.

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

Pass 17 May 2008 4,561 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 May 2007 4,222 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 3,045 miles

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

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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V495 DRU is a 1999 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 V495 DRU, 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 V495 DRU registered?

V495 DRU is a 1999 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 17 December 1999.

Is V495 DRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V495 DRU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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