CarVerify

Free Car Check

OU04 VSZ

2004 Triumph Speedmaster

Black Petrol 865cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,456 mi
Last recorded28,456 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2022
Typical for 2004 Triumph Speedmaster10,471 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU04 VSZ
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedmaster
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2022 28,456 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2021 27,792 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 26,153 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 24,831 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2019 24,829 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 22,809 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 19,830 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 19,819 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 19,743 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 19,716 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 19,638 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 19,555 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 19,225 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 19,225 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 18,394 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 16,728 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 16,728 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 11,937 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2007 8,305 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 8,262 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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
Full Triumph Speedmaster reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

OU04 VSZ is a 2004 Triumph Speedmaster in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OU04 VSZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OU04 VSZ?

You can check the full history of OU04 VSZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was OU04 VSZ registered?

OU04 VSZ is a 2004 Triumph Speedmaster, first registered on 10 July 2004.

Is OU04 VSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU04 VSZ shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OU04 VSZ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on OU04 VSZ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.