Triumph Speed Triple 955i (2002)
2002 Triumph Speed Triple 955i
CarHunch analysed 181 real MOT records for the 2002 Triumph Speed Triple 955i. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2002 Speed Triple 955i passes its MOT slightly above the UK average at 84.1%, suggesting these bikes are reasonably well-maintained, though 14.9% have encountered dangerous defects at some point—a consideration if you're buying used. The median mileage of just 16,148 miles indicates most survivors are garage queens or weekend riders rather than hard-worked commuters, which is typical for a performance bike of this age.
These bikes rack up nearly seven advisories per test on average, pointing to wear and age-related niggles like corrosion, lighting issues, or exhaust problems rather than structural failures. Before committing to a purchase, have a pre-buy inspection focus on the cooling system, fuel lines, and electrical connectors—the kinds of details that accumulate on a 20-year-old motorcycle.
What to check before buying a 2002 Triumph Speed Triple 955i
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (98%) | 177 | 83.9% | 1.77 |
| Other (2%) | 4 | 91.7% | 0.5 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2002 Triumph Speed Triple 955i vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2002 Triumph Speed Triple 955i vehicles fall between 10,228 and 23,949 miles.
2002 Triumph Speed Triple 955i — Still on the Road
78 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 72% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
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