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KT53 FCA

2004 Triumph Speed Triple 955I

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

47,569 mi
Last recorded47,569 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Triumph Speed Triple 955I16,563 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT53 FCA
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple 955I
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 47,569 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 47,283 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 46,980 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 46,566 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 45,941 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 45,105 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 41,421 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 38,220 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 38,220 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 16 May 2017 34,497 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 34,497 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2016 33,074 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 31,164 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 28,615 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 23,948 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Oct 2011 17,908 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 17,908 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 16,271 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 13,399 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 9,367 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 7,102 miles

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

Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Apr 2007 4,418 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2007 4,418 miles

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

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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KT53 FCA is a 2004 Triumph Speed Triple 955I in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 KT53 FCA, 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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What year was KT53 FCA registered?

KT53 FCA is a 2004 Triumph Speed Triple 955I, first registered on 20 February 2004.

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