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LJ03 VAU

2003 Triumph Daytona

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

33,511 mi
Last recorded33,511 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Daytona15,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 VAU
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2025 33,511 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 31,746 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2022 30,267 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2022 30,267 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 28,743 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 28,256 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 27,161 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 25,907 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 23,956 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2014 23,956 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 22,191 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2012

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 15,192 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 14,975 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 12,797 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2010 12,797 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2009 11,345 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2008 10,992 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 9,876 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 6,935 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Daytona?

Based on 136,043 MOT tests across 13,242 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
660
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
13,242
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,695
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 925
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 777
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 759
Headlamp aim too low 534
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LJ03 VAU is a 2003 Triumph Daytona in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 15,770 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 Daytona fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,695 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ03 VAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Daytona typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 23 years old, this Triumph Daytona is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ03 VAU registered?

LJ03 VAU is a 2003 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 17 April 2003.

Is LJ03 VAU safe to buy?

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