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Y89 OBJ

2001 Triumph Speed Triple 955I

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,434 mi
Last recorded29,434 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Triumph Speed Triple 955I19,365 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY89 OBJ
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple 955I
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 29,434 miles

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

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

REAR BRAKE PERFORMANCE ONLY JUST MET REQUIREMENTS

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2025 29,171 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 28,669 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 28,516 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 28,309 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 28,215 miles
Fail 30 May 2020 28,215 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 May 2018 27,603 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2016 26,525 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 26,525 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 25,631 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 28 Aug 2015 25,631 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp aim too low adjusted (1.6)

Rear suspension component loose lower pivot bolt was loose (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 24,861 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 23,654 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 22,617 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 21,449 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 20,887 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 18,045 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 14,441 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 14,259 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 11,573 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Triple 955I?

Based on 14,779 MOT tests across 1,024 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,024
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 199
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 98
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 48
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 45
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Y89 OBJ is a 2001 Triumph Speed Triple 955I in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Speed Triple 955I models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 19,365 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 955I fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 199 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y89 OBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Triple 955I typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple 955I is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y89 OBJ registered?

Y89 OBJ is a 2001 Triumph Speed Triple 955I, first registered on 20 April 2001.

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