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GN53 LXD

2003 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2025
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

71,097 mi
Last recorded71,097 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Triumph Daytona15,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 LXD
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2024 71,097 miles

Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning all (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swinging arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 70,926 miles

Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning all (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 70,900 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2022 70,892 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working rear brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

one of two rear lamp bulbs not working

Pass 13 Apr 2021 70,746 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush inc lower linkage arms (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 3 Apr 2021 70,739 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush inc lower linkage arms (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 31 Mar 2020 69,595 miles

Front Brake master cylinder catches fairing.

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

Fail 30 Mar 2020 69,595 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake master cylinder catches fairing.

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

Pass 28 Sep 2018 67,481 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2017 59,928 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play Shock bearing (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Sep 2016 57,311 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 76,225 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2014 44,270 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 38,452 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 33,246 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 33,246 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2010 39,372 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 May 2010 39,372 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 20,161 miles

1 tail light not working

Fail 30 Apr 2009 20,149 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

1 tail light not working

Pass 17 Sep 2007 9,099 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2006 8,639 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Daytona?

Based on 136,043 MOT tests across 13,242 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
660
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
13,242
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,695
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 925
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 777
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 759
Headlamp aim too low 534
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GN53 LXD is a 2003 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 15,770 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 Daytona fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,695 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN53 LXD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Daytona typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 23 years old, this Triumph Daytona is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GN53 LXD registered?

GN53 LXD is a 2003 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 9 September 2003.

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The MOT history for GN53 LXD shows 22 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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