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LJ03 VBL

2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

41,418 mi
Last recorded41,418 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I17,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 VBL
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple 955I
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 41,418 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 13 May 2025 40,226 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 39,355 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2023 37,636 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 35,557 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 34,438 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Feb 2020 33,260 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 32,215 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 26,575 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 20,969 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2016 19,673 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 15,589 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 10,787 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 7,100 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 7,100 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2012 1,306 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 909 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 909 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 906 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 788 miles

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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LJ03 VBL is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LJ03 VBL, 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 LJ03 VBL registered?

LJ03 VBL is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I, first registered on 19 April 2003.

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