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LJ04 VBZ

2004 Triumph Speed Triple 955I

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

13,855 mi
Last recorded13,855 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Speed Triple 955I16,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 VBZ
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple 955I
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 13,855 miles

Rear All direction indicators light intensity reduced 50% showing (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 13,051 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 12,866 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2023 12,859 miles

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 12,507 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 12,310 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 12,097 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 11,209 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Bearing is slightly noisy. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 8,629 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

tape on headlight

Fail 23 Jun 2018 8,629 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

tape on headlight

Pass 29 Jun 2017 7,890 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2016 7,284 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 16 Apr 2016 7,284 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Aug 2014 7,208 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 3,506 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 3,491 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 3,491 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 3,466 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 3,466 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 3,445 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 3,373 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 3,162 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 2,993 miles

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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LJ04 VBZ 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 78.3%.

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 LJ04 VBZ, 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 LJ04 VBZ registered?

LJ04 VBZ is a 2004 Triumph Speed Triple 955I, first registered on 26 March 2004.

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