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BU03 LKM

2003 Triumph Speedmaster

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,350 mi
Last recorded18,350 miles
Recorded on31 May 2024
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speedmaster11,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 LKM
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedmaster
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2024 18,350 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 18,175 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2018 17,314 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 17,231 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 16,522 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 14 Mar 2017 16,503 miles

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

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 14,382 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 30 Sep 2015 14,382 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 14,368 miles

Front tyre perished

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

Pass 13 Jul 2013 13,895 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 13,472 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 12,033 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 8,955 miles

Centre Front Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2009 5,663 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 2,108 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 1,574 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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BU03 LKM is a 2003 Triumph Speedmaster in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Speedmaster models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 11,470 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 BU03 LKM, 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 23 years old, this Triumph Speedmaster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BU03 LKM is a 2003 Triumph Speedmaster, first registered on 3 March 2003.

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