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NK03 VRL

2003 Triumph Speedmaster

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,293 mi
Last recorded16,293 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speedmaster11,470 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK03 VRL
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedmaster
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 16,293 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2025 16,293 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 15,733 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2024 15,733 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2010 15,562 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2008 15,547 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 11,325 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 7,936 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speedmaster?

Based on 12,407 MOT tests across 1,030 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
657
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,030
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 65
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 61
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 32
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NK03 VRL is a 2003 Triumph Speedmaster in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Speedmaster models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 11,470 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 Speedmaster fails its MOT is exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NK03 VRL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NK03 VRL?

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What year was NK03 VRL registered?

NK03 VRL is a 2003 Triumph Speedmaster, first registered on 14 August 2003.

Is NK03 VRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK03 VRL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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