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GN04 YZL

2004 Triumph Speed Master

Black Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

346 mi
Last recorded346 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Speed Master12,375 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN04 YZL
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Master
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 346 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 336 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 323 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 287 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 258 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 255 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 241 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 211 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 23,640 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 23,640 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 21,189 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 20,415 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Fail 9 Jul 2014 20,415 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 19,638 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 19,638 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 18,991 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 18,518 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Slight "HUM" in front wheel bearings

Pass 12 Jul 2011 18,518 miles

Slight "HUM" in front wheel bearings

Pass 23 Nov 2009 15,388 miles

Front right handle bar control disabled, foot control fitted

Fail 20 Nov 2009 15,368 miles

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Front right handle bar control disabled, foot control fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2008 10,565 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 10,562 miles

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 30 Jun 2007 9,084 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2007 9,084 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

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

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Master?

Based on 3,811 MOT tests across 256 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
648
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
256
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
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GN04 YZL is a 2004 Triumph Speed Master in Black with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2004 Triumph Speed Master models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 12,375 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 Master fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN04 YZL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Master typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Triumph Speed Master is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN04 YZL registered?

GN04 YZL is a 2004 Triumph Speed Master, first registered on 1 June 2004.

Is GN04 YZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN04 YZL shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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