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YJ53 OTL

2003 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

27,621 mi
Last recorded27,621 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Triple16,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 OTL
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 27,621 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 26,429 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 23,289 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 23,228 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 23 Aug 2019 23,228 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2018 22,277 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 21,513 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 20,476 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 19,161 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 17,872 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 17,857 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 16,183 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 14,875 miles

front brake a bit soft

Pass 3 May 2011 12,932 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 12,216 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 12,216 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 11,540 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 9,735 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 6,940 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 4,167 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 OTL is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 YJ53 OTL, 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 YJ53 OTL registered?

YJ53 OTL is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 December 2003.

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