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VX55 FFC

2005 Triumph Speed Four

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

10,045 mi
Last recorded10,045 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2024
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Four15,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX55 FFC
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Four
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2024 10,045 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 9,808 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 9,675 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2021 9,675 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2020 9,516 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 9,040 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2018 7,534 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 7,534 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low Remove relay. (1.6)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 7,529 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Jan 2017 7,529 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 22 Jan 2016 7,498 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Jan 2016 7,498 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 22 Jan 2015 7,307 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2015 7,307 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 24 Jan 2014 7,279 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 7,279 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 7,106 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013 7,106 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2012 6,582 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 5,545 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 4,166 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 1,978 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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VX55 FFC is a 2005 Triumph Speed Four in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Speed Four models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 15,108 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 VX55 FFC, 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 21 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 VX55 FFC registered?

VX55 FFC is a 2005 Triumph Speed Four, first registered on 1 October 2005.

Is VX55 FFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX55 FFC shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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