CarVerify

Free Car Check

LF03 XLY

2003 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

35,564 mi
Last recorded35,564 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Triple16,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 XLY
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 35,564 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 34,937 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain has tight links

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Inner pad, pads corroded (1.1.13 (a))

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

Offside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear brake fluid close to minimum

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sub frame (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Lower linkage (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 33,911 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Pro-link bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer joint/clamp loose. (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake poor efficiency.

Pass 5 May 2023 33,193 miles

Chain and sprockets worn.

Drive chain rusty.

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Fork stanchions pitted/rusty.

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2022 32,475 miles

Fork stanchions pitted/rusty

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 28 Mar 2022 32,475 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Fork stanchions pitted/rusty

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2020 31,575 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass light not working

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

Valve stem slightly damaged Starting to perish, advise renewal. (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 14 Dec 2020 31,575 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Pass light not working

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

Valve stem slightly damaged Starting to perish, advise renewal. (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 9 May 2019 28,511 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 25,427 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 24,149 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 22,444 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged sealed with glue (4.1.2c)

Fail 5 Jul 2016 22,444 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil both (2.3.3)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged sealed with glue (4.1.2c)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 21,695 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 18,569 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2015 18,553 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2014 16,324 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 15,017 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 12,978 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 9,722 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 5 Mar 2011 9,722 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake back plate(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 13 Mar 2010 7,471 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2009 6,166 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Mar 2009 6,166 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 5,006 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 3,654 miles

nail in tyre

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
Full Triumph Speed Triple reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LF03 XLY is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LF03 XLY, 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 LF03 XLY?

You can check the full history of LF03 XLY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LF03 XLY registered?

LF03 XLY is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 3 July 2003.

Is LF03 XLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF03 XLY shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LF03 XLY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LF03 XLY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.