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LA52 TBX

2003 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

22,452 mi
Last recorded22,452 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Triple16,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA52 TBX
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 22,452 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 21,815 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 21,717 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 21,689 miles

very slight roughness in front wheel

Pass 22 Jun 2019 47,263 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2017 47,188 miles

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 47,151 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 3 Aug 2016 47,151 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 45,267 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 44,260 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 39,811 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 35,372 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2012 35,335 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Lower Rear suspension component seized (2.4A2a(ii))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 29,895 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 24,801 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 17,715 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 11,110 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 10,994 miles

Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 7,146 miles

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
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LA52 TBX is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LA52 TBX, 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 LA52 TBX?

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What year was LA52 TBX registered?

LA52 TBX is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is LA52 TBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA52 TBX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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