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WK53 BDO

2003 Triumph Speed Triple

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,622 mi
Last recorded24,622 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Triple16,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK53 BDO
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 24,622 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 23,797 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 23,187 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 22,314 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 22,314 miles

Rear Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) Securing nut tightened (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2022 21,357 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 19,914 miles

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

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Bobbins (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 18,524 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 18,200 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 16,644 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 15,283 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 14,076 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 14,076 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 25 Mar 2015 13,174 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 13,174 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 11,952 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 11,221 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 10,181 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 4 Nov 2011 10,174 miles

Brake pedal mounting cracked . (3.1.2c)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 9,830 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2009 9,609 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 8,704 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 5,789 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 2,481 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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WK53 BDO 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 83.3%.

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 WK53 BDO, 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 WK53 BDO registered?

WK53 BDO is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 23 September 2003.

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