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LJ53 FZZ

2003 Triumph Speed Master

Black Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

5,722 mi
Last recorded5,722 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Master11,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 FZZ
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Master
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 5,722 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 2 May 2025 5,596 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 5,455 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 4,318 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 8 Jun 2022 4,318 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 3,641 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy but not loud enough to be a nuisance (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2011 1,991 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 1,989 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 1,936 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 1,813 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Master?

Based on 3,811 MOT tests across 256 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
648
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
256
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
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LJ53 FZZ is a 2003 Triumph Speed Master in Black with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Speed Master models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 11,960 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Speed Master fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ53 FZZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Master typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Triumph Speed Master is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ53 FZZ registered?

LJ53 FZZ is a 2003 Triumph Speed Master, first registered on 2 October 2003.

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