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OU03 HZL

2003 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

45,001 mi
Last recorded45,001 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Triple16,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU03 HZL
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 45,001 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 42,395 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 38,304 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 35,057 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 32,346 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 28,643 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 20 Mar 2021 28,643 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 26,263 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 21,439 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 16,348 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 16,270 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 15,686 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 15,049 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 14,800 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 14,083 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 13,192 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 12,131 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 11,700 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 11,044 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2007 10,250 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 7,975 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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OU03 HZL is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OU03 HZL, 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 OU03 HZL registered?

OU03 HZL is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 28 April 2003.

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