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HX03 VPA

2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

26,591 mi
Last recorded26,591 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I17,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 VPA
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple 955I
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 26,591 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2024 23,003 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2023 20,737 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2023 20,732 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2022 17,338 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 15,638 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 15,422 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 15,010 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 14,475 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 14,322 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 14,207 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 12,813 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 11,486 miles

Offside Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 30 May 2013 10,744 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 10,152 miles

nearside rear position lamp not illuminating

Pass 3 Jun 2011 9,146 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 7,829 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 7,342 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 6,990 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 6,722 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 6,722 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 5,815 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 5,815 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)

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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HX03 VPA is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 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 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 HX03 VPA, 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.

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What year was HX03 VPA registered?

HX03 VPA is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I, first registered on 7 June 2003.

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