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GX03 VKN

2003 Triumph Speedmaster

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

7,352 mi
Last recorded7,352 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speedmaster11,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 VKN
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedmaster
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 7,352 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 6,569 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 6,022 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 24,874 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2021 23,258 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 22,292 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 21,180 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 20,337 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 17,474 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2017 17,273 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Rear Rear brake slightly dragging

Fail 1 Oct 2012 17,167 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear tyre sidewall slightly perished

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 17,130 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 16,807 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 16,807 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 May 2009 14,816 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 13,846 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 12,698 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2006 7,876 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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GX03 VKN is a 2003 Triumph Speedmaster in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GX03 VKN, 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 GX03 VKN registered?

GX03 VKN is a 2003 Triumph Speedmaster, first registered on 12 May 2003.

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