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YY09 HEU

2009 Triumph Speedmaster

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

6,284 mi
Last recorded6,284 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Triumph Speedmaster9,727 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY09 HEU
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedmaster
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 6,284 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 5,836 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 5,011 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2022 2,712 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 15 Oct 2022 2,703 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 1,417 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 6,108 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 42,119 miles

slight oil leak

Fail 17 Oct 2019 42,119 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

slight oil leak

Pass 23 Oct 2018 24,720 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2017 31,031 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 24,698 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 19,646 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 17,327 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 114,458 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 10,089 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speedmaster?

Based on 12,407 MOT tests across 1,030 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
657
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,030
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 65
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 61
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 32
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YY09 HEU is a 2009 Triumph Speedmaster in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Triumph Speedmaster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 9,727 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 Speedmaster fails its MOT is exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YY09 HEU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speedmaster typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 17 years old, this Triumph Speedmaster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YY09 HEU registered?

YY09 HEU is a 2009 Triumph Speedmaster, first registered on 26 June 2009.

Is YY09 HEU safe to buy?

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