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W492 MEC

2000 Triumph Speed Triple

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

25,742 mi
Last recorded25,742 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 Triumph Speed Triple18,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW492 MEC
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 25,742 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 25,354 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2015 25,170 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit AND FEATHERED ON BOTH EDGES (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2013 24,317 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 23,594 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 22,729 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 21,675 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 19,802 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 18,071 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 17,981 miles

tyre treads near legal minimum.

Fail 12 Jun 2007 17,981 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

. † † †tyre tread depths near legal minimum.

Pass 6 Jun 2006 11,801 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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W492 MEC is a 2000 Triumph Speed Triple in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2000 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 18,176 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 W492 MEC, 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 26 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 W492 MEC registered?

W492 MEC is a 2000 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 14 December 2000.

Is W492 MEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W492 MEC 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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