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SV53 DAO

2003 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2022
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

28,602 mi
Last recorded28,602 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Triple16,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 DAO
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2021 28,602 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 26,915 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2020 26,778 miles
Fail 30 May 2020 26,778 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 26,092 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 24,883 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2017 24,883 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 24,619 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 23,860 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 23,428 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 21,887 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 20,765 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 18,966 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Jun 2011 18,966 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 14,353 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 13,606 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 11,018 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2008 11,018 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 7,582 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 6,453 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2006 2,927 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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SV53 DAO 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 81%.

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 SV53 DAO, 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 SV53 DAO registered?

SV53 DAO is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 15 September 2003.

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