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Y509 GEU

2001 Triumph Speed Triple

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,829 mi
Last recorded23,829 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Speed Triple17,995 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY509 GEU
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2025 23,829 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2025 23,829 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 18 May 2023 23,786 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 23,624 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 17 Mar 2021 23,624 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 23,197 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2018 22,866 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 22,235 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 22,043 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 21,640 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 24 Sep 2015 21,640 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2010 20,303 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 19,496 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 18,180 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 13,379 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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Y509 GEU is a 2001 Triumph Speed Triple in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y509 GEU, 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

How do I check the history of Y509 GEU?

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What year was Y509 GEU registered?

Y509 GEU is a 2001 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 10 March 2001.

Is Y509 GEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y509 GEU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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