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LX04 AEM

2004 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,732 mi
Last recorded41,732 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Triumph Speed Triple15,547 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX04 AEM
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 41,732 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 39,870 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 39,471 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 38,748 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 38,259 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 37,051 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 9 May 2019 37,046 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 37,001 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 36,777 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 36,012 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2015 34,167 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 31,249 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 26,175 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Jun 2013 26,167 miles

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

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

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

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

Fail 30 Jul 2011 21,990 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 21,990 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 17,038 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 12,971 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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LX04 AEM is a 2004 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LX04 AEM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX04 AEM registered?

LX04 AEM is a 2004 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 20 March 2004.

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