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DN03 VMX

2003 Triumph Speed Triple

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

34,111 mi
Last recorded34,111 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Triple16,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN03 VMX
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 34,111 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 30,638 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 29,656 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 28,677 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 2 Jul 2022 28,667 miles

Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 28,496 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2018 28,294 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 28 Jul 2018 28,285 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Apr 2017 27,640 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 24,773 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 21,069 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 16,429 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2012 13,956 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 11,996 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 9,600 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 6,362 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 6,341 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2008 4,396 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 3,337 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 2,919 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

no rear foot pegs fitted - seat cowl fitted

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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DN03 VMX is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 16,286 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 DN03 VMX, 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 23 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DN03 VMX registered?

DN03 VMX is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 August 2003.

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