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YJ53 OSX

2003 Triumph Speed Triple

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

18,472 mi
Last recorded18,472 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Triple16,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 OSX
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 18,472 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 18,313 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2021 18,113 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2019 17,249 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 May 2018 16,664 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 16,366 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 16,366 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 16,062 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 15,527 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 14,851 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 13,884 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 13,270 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 12,520 miles

Rear suspension bearing excessively deteriorated (2.4A.2a(i))

Pass 24 Mar 2011 12,520 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 10,553 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2008 8,489 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 5,244 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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YJ53 OSX is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YJ53 OSX, 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 YJ53 OSX registered?

YJ53 OSX is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 4 December 2003.

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The MOT history for YJ53 OSX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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