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SF04 EXC

2004 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,069 mi
Last recorded24,069 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Speed Triple15,547 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF04 EXC
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 24,069 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 22,332 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 21,280 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2024 21,280 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 May 2023 20,897 miles
Fail 29 May 2023 20,897 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2022 20,351 miles

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 20 Apr 2022 20,324 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2021 19,583 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 18,498 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 18,449 miles

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

Rear Brake disc fractured rear disc cracked in two places (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Apr 2013 17,238 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 16,379 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 15,048 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 13,528 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 12,128 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 11,048 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 8,868 miles

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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SF04 EXC 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 77.8%.

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 SF04 EXC, 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

How do I check the history of SF04 EXC?

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What year was SF04 EXC registered?

SF04 EXC is a 2004 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 20 March 2004.

Is SF04 EXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF04 EXC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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