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MX53 KGA

2003 Triumph Speed Triple

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

23,363 mi
Last recorded23,363 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Triple16,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 KGA
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 5 Mar 2021 23,363 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced low beam (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both forks (5.3.2 (b))

Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Steering operation impeded by a fairing dash insecure likely to impede steering (2.1.4 (e))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

no locking device on rear suspension linkage

front brake line routed incorrectly likely to impede with radiator

Pass 17 Sep 2020 23,363 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2020 23,363 miles

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 14 Jul 2017
Pass 3 Jun 2016 23,356 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 3 Jun 2016 23,356 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 21,303 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 27 Jun 2014 21,303 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 20 Jun 2014 21,299 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

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

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

Fail 26 Apr 2013 20,507 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 20,507 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 19,659 miles

no chain guard fitted

Pass 27 May 2010 19,441 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 19,297 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 19,155 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 17,192 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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MX53 KGA is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 MX53 KGA, 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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MX53 KGA is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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