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OU03 VHB

2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,023 mi
Last recorded36,023 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I17,032 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU03 VHB
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple 955I
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 36,023 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 35,417 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 34,286 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured white (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 31,896 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2022 31,894 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Oct 2021 27,944 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 25,764 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2019 23,292 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 20,086 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 17,341 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 15,267 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 14,714 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 12,657 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 9,794 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 9,743 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Mar 2011 9,692 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Sep 2008 9,611 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2008 9,611 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 6 Apr 2007 9,502 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 6 Apr 2007 9,502 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 7,409 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Triple 955I?

Based on 14,779 MOT tests across 1,024 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,024
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 199
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 98
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 48
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 45
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OU03 VHB is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 17,032 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 955I fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 199 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU03 VHB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Triple 955I typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple 955I is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OU03 VHB registered?

OU03 VHB is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I, first registered on 11 April 2003.

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