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X601 VBK

2001 Triumph Speed Triple

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

25,670 mi
Last recorded25,670 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2024
Typical for 2001 Triumph Speed Triple17,995 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX601 VBK
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2024 25,670 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 24,987 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension rod ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 24,943 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2019 24,943 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 24,328 miles

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 31 Mar 2017 22,897 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2016 21,741 miles

front brake disc buttons worn but not excessive

Pass 28 Jul 2015 21,468 miles

Front brake control has little reserve travel

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

Pass 19 Jul 2014 20,152 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 18,757 miles

Front brake control has little reserve travel

Pass 21 Jul 2012 17,341 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 16,186 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 14,462 miles

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2009 11,425 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 9,089 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 6,762 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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X601 VBK is a 2001 Triumph Speed Triple in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 X601 VBK, 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.

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What year was X601 VBK registered?

X601 VBK is a 2001 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is X601 VBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X601 VBK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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