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WA03 YPU

2003 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

61,936 mi
Last recorded61,936 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Triple16,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 YPU
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 61,936 miles

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

Rear Brake clevis joint worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 61,918 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2024 61,918 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 61,384 miles

Rear screw in rear tyre.

Pass 9 Jul 2022 61,313 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 60,879 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 55,426 miles

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

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

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

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 54,883 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2016 46,237 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 11 Nov 2016 46,208 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Nov 2015 39,533 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 2 Nov 2015 39,406 miles

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

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 31 Jul 2014 32,527 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2014 32,304 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Upper Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Fail 9 Jul 2014 32,013 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2013 28,074 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 24,133 miles

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

Throttle grip is loose but not considered likely to come off

Pass 27 Jul 2011 21,399 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 16,995 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 14,157 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 12,432 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 9,896 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2006 8,649 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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WA03 YPU is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 WA03 YPU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WA03 YPU registered?

WA03 YPU is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 5 August 2003.

Is WA03 YPU safe to buy?

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