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Y688 TEH

2001 Triumph Speed Triple

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

41,527 mi
Last recorded41,527 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Speed Triple17,995 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY688 TEH
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 41,527 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush BOTH (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 26 May 2025 41,502 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush BOTH (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 41,407 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced 1/2 bulbs not working (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 40,321 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 40,235 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 May 2018 38,888 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 38,658 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 38,617 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 38,381 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 38,373 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 38,300 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2011 38,174 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 38,174 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 35,106 miles
Fail 30 May 2009 33,598 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 30 May 2009 33,598 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 26,111 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 21,986 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 20,364 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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Y688 TEH is a 2001 Triumph Speed Triple in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 Y688 TEH, 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 Y688 TEH registered?

Y688 TEH is a 2001 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 16 March 2001.

Is Y688 TEH safe to buy?

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