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WA51 OTY

2001 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,546 mi
Last recorded28,546 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Speed Triple17,995 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 OTY
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 28,546 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 27,204 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2023 26,187 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2022 26,166 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2021 24,708 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2019 21,140 miles

Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively Lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 19,877 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2008 19,738 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 19,738 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 19,588 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 19,541 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2007

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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WA51 OTY is a 2001 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 17,995 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 WA51 OTY, 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 25 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WA51 OTY registered?

WA51 OTY is a 2001 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 9 October 2001.

Is WA51 OTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA51 OTY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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