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GN53 YBL

2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

25,321 mi
Last recorded25,321 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I17,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 YBL
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple 955I
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 25,321 miles

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 24,839 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2025 24,838 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2022 24,106 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 21,498 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2019 21,384 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 21,292 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 21,213 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 21,097 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 20,938 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 20,690 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 20,546 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 20,214 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 19,896 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 18,488 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2006 15,266 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Triple 955I?

Based on 14,779 MOT tests across 1,024 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,024
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 199
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 98
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 48
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 45
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GN53 YBL is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 17,032 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Speed Triple 955I fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 199 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN53 YBL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Triple 955I typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple 955I is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN53 YBL registered?

GN53 YBL is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I, first registered on 4 December 2003.

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