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LJ53 AUW

2003 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

46,764 mi
Last recorded46,764 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2023
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Triple16,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 AUW
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2023 46,764 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 46,216 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 45,694 miles

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

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 44,414 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 44,411 miles

Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2016 44,060 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2016 44,057 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2015 43,592 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 42,454 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2014 42,451 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 25 May 2012 42,295 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 25 May 2012 42,295 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 May 2011 38,754 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 38,218 miles

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

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 32,958 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2006 9,832 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2006 9,832 miles

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

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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LJ53 AUW is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 LJ53 AUW, 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

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What year was LJ53 AUW registered?

LJ53 AUW is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 December 2003.

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