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LJ03 WZF

2003 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

42,087 mi
Last recorded42,087 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Triple16,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 WZF
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2025 42,087 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 41,954 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 41,725 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 41,718 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 May 2014 39,094 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 36,444 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 21 May 2013 36,443 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 May 2012 34,304 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 18 May 2012 34,304 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 31,814 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 27,925 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 27,863 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 May 2009 23,743 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 23,743 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 May 2008 20,263 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 20,239 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 3 May 2007 15,985 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2006 12,629 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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LJ03 WZF is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 LJ03 WZF, 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.

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What year was LJ03 WZF registered?

LJ03 WZF is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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