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VN16 NPU

2016 Triumph Speed Triple

Grey Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

15,811 mi
Last recorded15,811 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Triumph Speed Triple8,466 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN16 NPU
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 15,811 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 14,481 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 13,750 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 11,375 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 10,484 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Jul 2022 10,484 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2021 8,647 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 8,051 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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VN16 NPU is a 2016 Triumph Speed Triple in Grey with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2016 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 8,466 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 VN16 NPU, 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 10 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VN16 NPU registered?

VN16 NPU is a 2016 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 10 May 2016.

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The MOT history for VN16 NPU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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