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CU06 BFV

2006 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

7,783 mi
Last recorded7,783 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Triumph Speed Triple12,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU06 BFV
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 7,783 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 May 2025 7,216 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 13 May 2024 6,180 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 8 May 2024 6,180 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 5,822 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2021 5,449 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2020 4,508 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2019 2,390 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 2,390 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2018 27,206 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 24,316 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 23,911 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 23,406 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 20,392 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 20,392 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 19,807 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 19,807 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 18,937 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 15,179 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2010 14,054 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 14,054 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Feb 2009 12,118 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 12,118 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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CU06 BFV is a 2006 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 CU06 BFV, 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.

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What year was CU06 BFV registered?

CU06 BFV is a 2006 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 March 2006.

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