CarVerify

Free Car Check

HX53 KNG

2003 Triumph Speed Triple

Green Petrol 955cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

42,199 mi
Last recorded42,199 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Triple16,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 KNG
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2024 42,199 miles

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

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

Rear Upper Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock absorber link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2023 41,822 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 41,706 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 40,932 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2021 40,932 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 39,034 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2019 39,034 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 38,066 miles

Engine Speed Idling at higher than normal but not increasing from lock to lock

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Shock Bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2018 38,066 miles

Engine Speed Idling at higher than normal but not increasing from lock to lock

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording Rear Silencer (6.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Shock Bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2016 38,038 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 37,386 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 36,305 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 34,446 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 33,935 miles

number plate light not working

Fail 17 Oct 2011 33,935 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

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

number plate light not working

Pass 11 Oct 2010 33,127 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2010 33,115 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)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2009 30,242 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2008 28,721 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Sep 2007 26,160 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 18,365 miles

Centre Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Triple?

Based on 90,583 MOT tests across 8,756 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
772
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
8,756
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 724
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 359
reflector on motorcycle missing 285
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 269
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 237
Full Triumph Speed Triple reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HX53 KNG is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 16,286 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 724 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX53 KNG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Triple typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 23 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HX53 KNG?

You can check the full history of HX53 KNG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HX53 KNG registered?

HX53 KNG is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is HX53 KNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX53 KNG shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HX53 KNG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HX53 KNG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.