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K17 VAR

2004 Triumph Speed Triple

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

21,436 mi
Last recorded21,436 miles
Recorded on16 May 2022
Typical for 2004 Triumph Speed Triple15,547 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK17 VAR
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2022 21,436 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 23,310 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 21,207 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 20,765 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 19,943 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2017 19,844 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2016 16,441 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 16,441 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 15,123 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 14,827 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 13,751 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 12,702 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 11,667 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 9,946 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 8,064 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2009 8,045 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 15 May 2008 6,348 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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K17 VAR is a 2004 Triumph Speed Triple in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 724 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K17 VAR, 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.

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What year was K17 VAR registered?

K17 VAR is a 2004 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 6 August 2004.

Is K17 VAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K17 VAR shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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