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AY55 BWU

2006 Triumph Speed Triple

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

24,796 mi
Last recorded24,796 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Triumph Speed Triple12,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY55 BWU
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 24,796 miles

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

rear tyre has cuts in tread

Pass 26 Mar 2025 23,347 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 22,891 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 22,136 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2023 22,136 miles

Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted Mounting bolts maybe loose. (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 21,225 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 19,876 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 May 2019 19,623 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 19,500 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 18 May 2017 19,451 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 May 2016 19,149 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2015 18,627 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 17,759 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Mar 2013 16,900 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 15,662 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 15,628 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 13,175 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 10,861 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 8,803 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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AY55 BWU is a 2006 Triumph Speed Triple in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2006 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 12,818 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AY55 BWU, 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 20 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY55 BWU registered?

AY55 BWU is a 2006 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 7 February 2006.

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The MOT history for AY55 BWU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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