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KE03 UFU

2003 Triumph Trophy

Grey Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

46,934 mi
Last recorded46,934 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Trophy21,262 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE03 UFU
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 46,934 miles

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

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

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Exhaust slightly loose silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit also deteriorated from heat (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 29 Jul 2025 46,934 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Exhaust slightly loose silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit also deteriorated from heat (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 45,320 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Jul 2024 45,320 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2023 43,429 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

oil leak

tyres stepped

Pass 12 May 2022 40,537 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 40,536 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 39,056 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 36,869 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 35,158 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 35,122 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 34,963 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2014 33,562 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 31,019 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 4 Jul 2013 31,019 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 29,878 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 27,442 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 24,159 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

sidestand slightly loose

Pass 20 Jun 2009 22,083 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 22,083 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 19,895 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 17,291 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 17,291 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 13,410 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2006 13,410 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

How Reliable is the Triumph Trophy?

Based on 47,093 MOT tests across 4,717 vehicles.

86.0%
Pass Rate
914
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
4,717
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 694
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 631
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 549
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 438
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 421
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KE03 UFU is a 2003 Triumph Trophy in Grey with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 21,262 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 Trophy fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 694 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KE03 UFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Trophy typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 23 years old, this Triumph Trophy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was KE03 UFU registered?

KE03 UFU is a 2003 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 30 April 2003.

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