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LA52 AXU

2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

39,324 mi
Last recorded39,324 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I17,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA52 AXU
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple 955I
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 39,324 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2025 39,324 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 39,256 miles

Chain/sprocket slightly worn

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 35,327 miles

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

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

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

Solo seat fitted at time of test, pillion footrests inoperable

Pass 12 Sep 2020 34,559 miles

Fluid reservoir loosely attached

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Disc buttons (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 10 Sep 2020 34,556 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Fluid reservoir loosely attached

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Disc buttons (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2018 33,991 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 32,625 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 28,276 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 21,476 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2012 11,723 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 33,827 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 33,340 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 26,525 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 16,580 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 9,025 miles

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

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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LA52 AXU is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LA52 AXU, 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 LA52 AXU registered?

LA52 AXU is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I, first registered on 4 February 2003.

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