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VU03 SFK

2003 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

22,106 mi
Last recorded22,106 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Daytona15,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 SFK
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 22,106 miles

Central Front Upper wiring through forks routed incorrectly

Central Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 22,103 miles

Central Front Upper wiring loom incorrectly routed through front forks

Central Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Sep 2023 22,103 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Central Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Central Front Upper wiring loom incorrectly routed through front forks

Pass 30 Jul 2021 21,860 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2020 21,520 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

no mirrors fitted

Fail 8 Aug 2020 21,520 miles

Central Rear Upper Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

no mirrors fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2016 21,217 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 20 Apr 2016 21,217 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 20,700 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Nov 2013 19,805 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 May 2013 17,913 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 1 May 2013 17,913 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2012 16,852 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 3 Dec 2012 16,822 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Dec 2011 11,855 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 11,736 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 11,534 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 10,253 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 8,949 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 8,200 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2006 7,174 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Daytona?

Based on 136,043 MOT tests across 13,242 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
660
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
13,242
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,695
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 925
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 777
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 759
Headlamp aim too low 534
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VU03 SFK is a 2003 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 15,770 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 Daytona fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,695 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU03 SFK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Daytona typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 23 years old, this Triumph Daytona is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU03 SFK registered?

VU03 SFK is a 2003 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 16 April 2003.

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The MOT history for VU03 SFK shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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