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YN03 VNT

2003 Triumph Speedmaster

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,335 mi
Last recorded34,335 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speedmaster11,470 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN03 VNT
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedmaster
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc
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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 34,335 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 27 Sep 2025 34,335 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2024 31,905 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Oct 2024 31,905 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up sprocket carrer (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2023 29,675 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Oct 2023 29,675 miles

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

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2022 27,070 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 26,209 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 May 2018 23,138 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 21,676 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 21,676 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2015 18,464 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jun 2015 18,464 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2014 15,711 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 141,175 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 14,140 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 12,503 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 9,731 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 9,195 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 8,048 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 8,048 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 8 Jun 2007 6,059 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 6,059 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Jun 2006 3,839 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speedmaster?

Based on 12,407 MOT tests across 1,030 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
657
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,030
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 65
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 61
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 32
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YN03 VNT is a 2003 Triumph Speedmaster in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Speedmaster models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 11,470 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 Speedmaster fails its MOT is exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YN03 VNT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speedmaster typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Triumph Speedmaster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YN03 VNT registered?

YN03 VNT is a 2003 Triumph Speedmaster, first registered on 16 June 2003.

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