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YE12 ELW

2012 Triumph Speed Triple

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,442 mi
Last recorded29,442 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Speed Triple11,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE12 ELW
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 29,442 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 23 May 2026 29,442 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 29,390 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 27,632 miles

covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 23 May 2017 25,012 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 21,143 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 15,728 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 15,728 miles

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

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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YE12 ELW is a 2012 Triumph Speed Triple in Red with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 11,228 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 YE12 ELW, 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 14 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YE12 ELW registered?

YE12 ELW is a 2012 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 23 May 2012.

Is YE12 ELW safe to buy?

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