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LF55 BSU

2006 Triumph Speedmaster

Orange Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

37,022 mi
Last recorded37,022 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Triumph Speedmaster11,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF55 BSU
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedmaster
Year2006
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 37,022 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 35,525 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2023 33,181 miles

Offside Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear slight brake bind

front and rear tyre walls showing signs of being perished

Fail 19 Jun 2023 33,181 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear slight brake bind

front and rear tyre walls showing signs of being perished

Pass 28 Mar 2022 33,181 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 33,181 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2020 33,181 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 32,776 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 32,012 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 30,498 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 27,914 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 25,599 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 24,499 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 20,922 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 16,804 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speedmaster?

Based on 12,407 MOT tests across 1,030 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
657
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,030
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 65
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 61
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 32
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LF55 BSU is a 2006 Triumph Speedmaster in Orange with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2006 Triumph Speedmaster models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 11,418 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 Speedmaster fails its MOT is exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF55 BSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speedmaster typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 20 years old, this Triumph Speedmaster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LF55 BSU registered?

LF55 BSU is a 2006 Triumph Speedmaster, first registered on 27 February 2006.

Is LF55 BSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF55 BSU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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