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PJ53 NYR

2003 Triumph Speedmaster

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Triumph Speedmaster11,470 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ53 NYR
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedmaster
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2024
Pass 28 Jun 2023
Pass 23 Jun 2022
Fail 23 Jun 2022

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2021
Pass 1 Jul 2020

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 3,489 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2019 3,489 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2017 1,136 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Sep 2016 1,003 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 84 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2014 11,592 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 9,812 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 6,547 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 6,180 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 4,436 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 3,745 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 2,854 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 2,587 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 2,587 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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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PJ53 NYR is a 2003 Triumph Speedmaster in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 PJ53 NYR, 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

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What year was PJ53 NYR registered?

PJ53 NYR is a 2003 Triumph Speedmaster, first registered on 6 December 2003.

Is PJ53 NYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ53 NYR shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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