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KV53 MMK

2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

46,203 mi
Last recorded46,203 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I17,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 MMK
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple 955I
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 46,203 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2024 45,745 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 45,238 miles

Front Brake cylinder travel close to excessive Front brake cylinder travel close to excessive (minimal reserve travel). (1.1.16 (e) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2021 44,908 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 44,202 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 44,008 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 43,510 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2017 43,259 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 42,338 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 41,832 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 41,832 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 41,558 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 39,141 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 35,667 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 29,129 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 24,000 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 19,206 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2007 13,018 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Dec 2006 6,717 miles

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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KV53 MMK is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 KV53 MMK, 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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KV53 MMK is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I, first registered on 14 November 2003.

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