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VU06 HLF

2006 Triumph Speed Four

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

28,825 mi
Last recorded28,825 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2023
Typical for 2006 Triumph Speed Four14,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU06 HLF
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Four
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2023 28,825 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 28,652 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 28,462 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 27,922 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 27,550 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 8 Apr 2017 27,550 miles

Brake lever attachment screws missing (3.1.2b)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 22,296 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2015 14,803 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2015 14,803 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 13,001 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 13,000 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2013 12,262 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 8,753 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

front brake pipe touches instrument cluster when steering is on full left hand lock

Fail 12 Jul 2012 8,753 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

front brake pipe touches instrument cluster when steering is on full left hand lock

Pass 27 Apr 2011 8,534 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 5,887 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 4,477 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Four?

Based on 10,305 MOT tests across 819 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
831
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
819
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 154
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 83
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 75
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 66
Drive chain excessively loose 52
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VU06 HLF is a 2006 Triumph Speed Four in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2006 Triumph Speed Four models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 14,188 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 Four fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU06 HLF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Four typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 20 years old, this Triumph Speed Four is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU06 HLF registered?

VU06 HLF is a 2006 Triumph Speed Four, first registered on 14 April 2006.

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