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LF53 CAX

2004 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

46,799 mi
Last recorded46,799 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Speed Triple15,547 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 CAX
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 46,799 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 46,597 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 46,184 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 45,853 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 17 Jun 2022 45,853 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 May 2020 45,126 miles

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

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 44,716 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 44,007 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated Exhaust header bolts corroded (7.1.1a)

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

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

Fail 21 Jun 2017 43,949 miles

Front Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated Exhaust header bolts corroded (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2016 43,039 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 43,039 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 2 Jul 2015 41,703 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 38,627 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 38,627 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 36,217 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2012 29,132 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 22,935 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 30 Apr 2010 14,798 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 14,798 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 14,208 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2006 12,672 miles

rear tyre is near the limit

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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LF53 CAX is a 2004 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LF53 CAX, 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 LF53 CAX registered?

LF53 CAX is a 2004 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 13 January 2004.

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