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YC18 RUU

2018 Triumph Speed

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

7,604 mi
Last recorded7,604 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Triumph Speed7,258 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC18 RUU
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 7,604 miles

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

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

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2026 7,601 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2025 7,336 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2025 11,782 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Engine mounting/bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 May 2024 5,862 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 5,862 miles
Fail 26 May 2023 5,862 miles

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 5,836 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2022 5,523 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2021 5,192 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed?

Based on 21,422 MOT tests across 3,997 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
774
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
3,997
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 72
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 67
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 57
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 55
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 40
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YC18 RUU is a 2018 Triumph Speed in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2018 Triumph Speed models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.3% with a typical mileage of 7,258 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 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 72 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC18 RUU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 8 years old, this Triumph Speed is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YC18 RUU registered?

YC18 RUU is a 2018 Triumph Speed, first registered on 23 March 2018.

Is YC18 RUU safe to buy?

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