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AU04 DDV

2004 Triumph Speed

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

51,578 mi
Last recorded51,578 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2024
Typical for 2004 Triumph Speed18,969 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU04 DDV
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2024 51,578 miles

Front tyre perished in between treads.

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 49,909 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear footrest brk broken.

Pass 31 May 2022 48,102 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slight notch in centre position (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 46,667 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 45,839 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 2 Jun 2020 45,839 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 2 May 2019 42,919 miles

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

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

exhaust bracket broken

Fail 2 May 2019 42,919 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

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

exhaust bracket broken

Pass 3 May 2018 40,150 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 37,818 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 33,098 miles

Offside Pillion footrest broken but secure

Pass 2 Apr 2015 29,989 miles

Offside exhaust hanger broken but secure

Fail 26 Mar 2015 29,937 miles

Front Brake lever mounting cracked (3.1.2c)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

left hand switch gear touching fuel tank on full lock

Pass 25 Apr 2014 28,424 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front tyre has started to wear unevenly.

Pass 18 Apr 2013 25,896 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 25,026 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 22,929 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 20,582 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 19,275 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 17,648 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Number plate light bulb does not illuminate.

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

Pass 17 Mar 2007 13,647 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed?

Based on 21,422 MOT tests across 3,997 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
774
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
3,997
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 72
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 67
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 57
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 55
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 40
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AU04 DDV is a 2004 Triumph Speed in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Triumph Speed models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 18,969 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 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 72 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU04 DDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 22 years old, this Triumph Speed is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AU04 DDV is a 2004 Triumph Speed, first registered on 26 March 2004.

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