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HC04 LKM

2004 Triumph Speed Triple 955I

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

32,291 mi
Last recorded32,291 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Speed Triple 955I16,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHC04 LKM
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple 955I
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 32,291 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 30,720 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 28,550 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 27,506 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Mar 2023 27,506 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 26,240 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 26 Mar 2022 26,240 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 24,308 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 23,102 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 20,523 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2018 17,741 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 15,767 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2016 13,753 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 12,811 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 27 May 2014 12,811 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 31 May 2013 11,487 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 10,399 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2011 9,257 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 8,308 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 7,308 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 6,541 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2007 5,100 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Triple 955I?

Based on 14,779 MOT tests across 1,024 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,024
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 199
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 98
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 48
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 45
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HC04 LKM is a 2004 Triumph Speed Triple 955I in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2004 Triumph Speed Triple 955I models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 16,563 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 Triple 955I fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 199 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HC04 LKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Triple 955I typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 22 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple 955I is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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HC04 LKM is a 2004 Triumph Speed Triple 955I, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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