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VU53 HRX

2004 Triumph Speedmaster

Yellow Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

22,614 mi
Last recorded22,614 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Triumph Speedmaster10,471 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU53 HRX
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedmaster
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 22,614 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 20,965 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 20,705 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 20,195 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 19,082 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2021 19,016 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2019 18,935 miles

Exhaust noisy Tape on exhaust, possibly covering " NOT FOR ROAD USE" type markings (8.1.1 (a))

Headlight mask fitted

Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Fail 10 Jul 2019 18,935 miles

Exhaust noisy Tape on exhaust, possibly covering " NOT FOR ROAD USE" type markings (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlight mask fitted

Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2018 17,828 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 17,828 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2013 17,674 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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VU53 HRX is a 2004 Triumph Speedmaster in Yellow with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VU53 HRX, 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

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What year was VU53 HRX registered?

VU53 HRX is a 2004 Triumph Speedmaster, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is VU53 HRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU53 HRX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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