Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Triumph Speed?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2016 Triumph Speed?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2016 Triumph Speed?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2016 Triumph Speed reliable?

Based on MOT data from 135 vehicles, the 2016 Triumph Speed has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Triumph Speed?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Triumph Speed are: Exhaust noisy (43.5% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (31.7% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (20.4% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2016 Triumph Speed?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Triumph Speed (2016)

135 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.2% first-time pass rate

2016 Triumph Speed

CarHunch analysed 135 real MOT records for the 2016 Triumph Speed. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2016 Triumph Speed is a strong MOT performer, with a 92.2% pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80%, and a low dangerous defect rate of just 12.6% across the cohort. This is a genuinely reliable bike for its age and mileage profile.

These vehicles are running at only 7,663 miles on average—very low for an eight-year-old machine—which explains the forgiving test results; the low failure rate of 0.56 per vehicle and modest 2.1 advisories per test confirm minimal wear. When shopping, prioritise examples with full service history and check the last MOT specifically for any suspension or brake advisories, as those are where older Speeds tend to show their age.

We have limited data for the 2016 Triumph Speed — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

92.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

12.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.56

Over 6.3 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

Middle half: 4k–10k

For context

These stats describe 135 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 135 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Exhaust & emissions 43.5%

Exhaust noisy

Tyre wear 31.7%

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 18.4%

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Lighting 14.4%

Rear reflector missing · Drive chain slightly loose · Headlamp aim too low · …

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Other issues 10.3%

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · Horn not working · Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements · …

Suspension & steering 3.2%

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Based on MOT data from 135 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 12.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Triumph Speed vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

6,196

typical

3,769

low mileage

9,848

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Triumph Speed vehicles fall between 3,769 and 9,848 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 3,769 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 3,769–9,848 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Triumph Speeds sit.

⚠ Over 13,294 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Triumph Speed — Still on the Road

Most 2016 Triumph Speeds are still being driven.

Strong survival — 107 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 88% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

6.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.56

Avg failures per vehicle

2.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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