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FY52 VYD

2003 Triumph Speedmaster

Red Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

11,687 mi
Last recorded11,687 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speedmaster11,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 VYD
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedmaster
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 11,687 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 10,800 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front tyre cracking

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight run out (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 8,232 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 7,618 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded pipe at front to rear brake (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2022 7,413 miles

Chassis number difficult to read on frame, advise attention.

Swing arm/frame rusty

Pass 30 Mar 2021 7,256 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 6,856 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 6,630 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 6,630 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 6,234 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 5,720 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 5,190 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 31 Dec 2013 4,805 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 4,041 miles

Offside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 4,041 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 3,903 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 3,276 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 3,063 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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FY52 VYD is a 2003 Triumph Speedmaster in Red with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FY52 VYD, 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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What year was FY52 VYD registered?

FY52 VYD is a 2003 Triumph Speedmaster, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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