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WJ52 LRU

2002 Triumph Speed Triple

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

22,219 mi
Last recorded22,219 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Speed Triple17,623 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ52 LRU
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 22,219 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2024 16,721 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 13,349 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 11,543 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2022 11,541 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Mar 2021 10,633 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 8,649 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 8,219 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2017 8,138 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 8,126 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 8,126 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 7,894 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 7,828 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 7,641 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 10 Sep 2011 7,170 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2011 7,170 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2010 5,237 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2009 3,513 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 3,170 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

front brake feels slightly spongy

Pass 18 Aug 2007 3,091 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 2,985 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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WJ52 LRU is a 2002 Triumph Speed Triple in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2002 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 17,623 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 WJ52 LRU, 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 24 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 WJ52 LRU registered?

WJ52 LRU is a 2002 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 11 September 2002.

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