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LJ54 UFG

2004 Triumph Speedmaster

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,422 mi
Last recorded14,422 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Speedmaster10,471 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ54 UFG
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedmaster
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 14,422 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 12 May 2026 14,422 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 15 May 2025 14,315 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 14,308 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 14,303 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 18 Sep 2021 14,303 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

flame from nearside carb balance port hitting fuel line

Pass 11 Aug 2020 14,036 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 13,196 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 11,183 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2017 7,288 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 4,130 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 4,130 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 2,529 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 744 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 744 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 May 2009 732 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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LJ54 UFG is a 2004 Triumph Speedmaster in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Triumph Speedmaster models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 10,471 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 LJ54 UFG, 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 22 years old, this Triumph Speedmaster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ54 UFG registered?

LJ54 UFG is a 2004 Triumph Speedmaster, first registered on 29 October 2004.

Is LJ54 UFG safe to buy?

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