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HX53 YJY

2004 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

40,938 mi
Last recorded40,938 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Triumph Speed Triple15,547 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 YJY
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 40,938 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2024 39,875 miles

Upper Engine mounting/bracket bracket damaged but not to excess corroded (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2023 39,457 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2022 38,756 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 37,426 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2021 37,417 miles

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2017 28,962 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 23,721 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 17,256 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 15,361 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 13,731 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 9,422 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 7,267 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 6,550 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 6,550 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 6,368 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 5,212 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 3,653 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Triple?

Based on 90,583 MOT tests across 8,756 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
772
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
8,756
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 724
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 359
reflector on motorcycle missing 285
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 269
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 237
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HX53 YJY is a 2004 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2004 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 15,547 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Speed Triple fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 724 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX53 YJY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HX53 YJY registered?

HX53 YJY is a 2004 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 7 February 2004.

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