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OU03 VKC

2003 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

18,825 mi
Last recorded18,825 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Triple16,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU03 VKC
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 18,825 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2024 18,230 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 18 Aug 2022 17,699 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2020 17,561 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit right on the limit of 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jun 2016 16,726 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2016 16,726 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 16,194 miles

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

advise clutch cable beginning to fray at engine end

Pass 11 Jul 2013 14,807 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 13,695 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 12,769 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 11,477 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 11,166 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 11,166 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 10,758 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 9,686 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 VKC is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VKC, 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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What year was OU03 VKC registered?

OU03 VKC is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 22 March 2003.

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