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BU05 XUD

2005 Triumph Speed Four

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

26,109 mi
Last recorded26,109 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Four15,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 XUD
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Four
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2020 26,109 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2019 26,032 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2019 26,032 miles

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Apr 2018 24,716 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 24,298 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 23,405 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 22,840 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 22,511 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 22,492 miles

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

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

rear suspension slightly stiff

Pass 4 Apr 2013 19,942 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

rear suspension bearings squeeking

Pass 26 Mar 2012 16,201 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 13,410 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2010 10,213 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2010 10,213 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2008 5,130 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 4,898 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Four?

Based on 10,305 MOT tests across 819 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
831
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
819
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 154
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 83
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 75
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 66
Drive chain excessively loose 52
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BU05 XUD is a 2005 Triumph Speed Four in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Speed Four models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 15,108 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 Four fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU05 XUD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Four typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Triumph Speed Four is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU05 XUD registered?

BU05 XUD is a 2005 Triumph Speed Four, first registered on 15 July 2005.

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