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LA03 LBX

2003 Triumph Speed Four

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

16,728 mi
Last recorded16,728 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Four15,153 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA03 LBX
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Four
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 16,728 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 15,931 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 15,673 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 15,585 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 15,455 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 14,456 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 14,100 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 13,951 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 May 2014 13,419 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 24 May 2014 13,419 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 18 May 2013 13,036 miles

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

front tyre is slightly perished

Pass 19 May 2012 12,380 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2011 11,861 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 11,861 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 13 May 2010 9,946 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2009 8,751 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 7,302 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2008 7,055 miles

Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 7,055 miles

Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 8 Feb 2007 6,766 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Four?

Based on 10,305 MOT tests across 819 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
831
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
819
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 154
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 83
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 75
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 66
Drive chain excessively loose 52
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LA03 LBX is a 2003 Triumph Speed Four in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Speed Four models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 15,153 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Speed Four fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA03 LBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Four typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Triumph Speed Four is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LA03 LBX registered?

LA03 LBX is a 2003 Triumph Speed Four, first registered on 25 July 2003.

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