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SP03 EBG

2003 Triumph Speed Triple

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

44,025 mi
Last recorded44,025 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Triple16,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP03 EBG
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2024 44,025 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 43,446 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 42,222 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2022 42,220 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil front forks both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 39,828 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 38,656 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 36,482 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 35,265 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2019 35,265 miles

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

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

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Mar 2018 30,925 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

offside fork dust seal deteriorated

Fail 12 Mar 2018 30,925 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

offside fork dust seal deteriorated

Pass 18 Mar 2017 26,325 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 23,387 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 18,978 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 17,516 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 17,516 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 16,323 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2013 16,323 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 16,285 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 12,932 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 10,003 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 8,007 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 6,596 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 4,181 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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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SP03 EBG is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 724 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP03 EBG, 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 SP03 EBG registered?

SP03 EBG is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 6 May 2003.

Is SP03 EBG safe to buy?

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