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Y159 FDV

2001 Triumph Speed Triple

Pink Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

8,947 mi
Last recorded8,947 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2024
Typical for 2001 Triumph Speed Triple17,995 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY159 FDV
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2001
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2024 8,947 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 8,913 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 8,907 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 8,872 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 8,872 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 8,197 miles

front o/s side light not working.

Fail 20 Jun 2018 8,197 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

front o/s side light not working.

Pass 29 Jul 2016 8,189 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2016 8,189 miles

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

Fuel system component leaking fuel pump (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jul 2015 8,151 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 7,545 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 6,492 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2010 5,734 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

small cuts in rear tyre tread .

Pass 24 Apr 2009 5,366 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 24 Apr 2009 5,366 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 5,174 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 5,169 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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Y159 FDV is a 2001 Triumph Speed Triple in Pink with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 Y159 FDV, 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 Y159 FDV registered?

Y159 FDV is a 2001 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 26 May 2001.

Is Y159 FDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y159 FDV shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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