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YJ53 OTM

2003 Triumph Speed Triple

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,887 mi
Last recorded26,887 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Triple16,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 OTM
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 26,887 miles

Front brake fluid level checked - no inspection window. Pipe slightly kinked.

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear suspension linkage bearings have slight up & down play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 May 2025 26,534 miles

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

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

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

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 25,283 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear suspension linkage bearings have slight up & down play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2023 25,262 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear suspension is very stiff

Pass 12 Sep 2020 12,674 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 11,573 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 10,600 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 9,579 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Aug 2017 9,563 miles

Rear Plate brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.B1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 8,472 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 7,645 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 6,441 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 5,379 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 3,795 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 15 Feb 2012 3,795 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 14 May 2010 3,705 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2008 3,249 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 11,898 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 OTM is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 YJ53 OTM, 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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YJ53 OTM is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 25 September 2003.

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