2010 Triumph Street Triple 0.7L Petrol · AV60 CWC

With three consecutive MOT tests passed and no advisories or defects recorded across the most recent examinations in October 2021, November 2022, and May 2024, this Triumph Street Triple presents a clean roadworthiness profile at the point of last testing. The absence of flagged items on a motorcycle-derived chassis that can be prone to corrosion around the swingarm pivot, rear subframe, and exposed brake line runs is a positive indicator, particularly given the model's reputation for being ridden enthusiastically rather than cosseted. That said, the most recent certificate is now over two years old relative to today's date, so the buyer should not rely solely on that pass for a current condition snapshot; fresh inspection of the items DVSA would normally scrutinise is essential. The mileage accumulation is unusually modest for a sixteen-year-old motorcycle, with only 22,984 miles recorded, equating to an annual rate of roughly 1,436 miles. More telling than the average is the gap between the recorded tests: the vehicle passed in October 2021, again in November 2022, and once more in May 2024, suggesting irregular use with possible periods of standing between examinations. Low-mileage machines of this age frequently suffer deterioration of consumables and seals that degrade with age rather than mileage, particularly in areas such as brake caliper pistons, suspension linkage bearings, and hydraulic systems, all of which can seize or weep after extended inactivity. Given the gaps in use, any prospective buyer should pay particular attention to the brake system, as binding calipers, perished caliper seals, and pitted or warped brake discs are common consequences of infrequent riding on a naked sport-oriented machine like this. On a test ride, the front brake should feel firm and progressive without the lever travelling excessively to the bar; any judder under hard application would indicate disc distortion that DVSA would not necessarily flag until the next annual test. Similarly, the rear brake lever should operate smoothly, with the caliper sliding freely on its pins, and the brake hoses should be inspected for any cracking or bulging, particularly where they pass near the engine and exhaust. The suspension and chassis areas warrant close physical scrutiny on account of the lay-up risk. With the bike on a centre stand or paddock stand, check for play in the headstock bearings by rocking the fork yokes fore and aft with the front wheel lifted, and confirm the rear shock linkage and swingarm pivot bearings are free of notchiness or excessive movement. Tyres aged beyond five years from their DOT stamp can harden on a low-use machine even without significant tread wear, so inspect the sidewalls for fine cracking and confirm the rubber remains supple. Finally, verify that the engine starts cleanly from cold, idles without excessive smoke, and that there are no signs of oil weeping from the cam chain tensioner area, sump gasket, or front cover, as seals on low-mileage Triumph triples often stiffen and begin to seep when the machine has stood for prolonged periods.