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YX53 DCV

2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

43,398 mi
Last recorded43,398 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2023
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I17,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX53 DCV
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple 955I
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2023 43,398 miles

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

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

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy border line pass (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread border line pass (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Mar 2023 43,389 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm worn unevenly areas below legal limit (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy border line pass (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread border line pass (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 35,261 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 24,718 miles

Drive chain slightly loose border line pass (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front brake reservoir low

Rear tyre worn in middle

Pass 2 Nov 2019 16,475 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 16,014 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 16,001 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 14,971 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 14,046 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 13,207 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 11,089 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2011 9,909 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 7,888 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 3,743 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 3,380 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 1,741 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Triple 955I?

Based on 14,779 MOT tests across 1,024 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,024
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 199
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 98
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 48
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 45
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YX53 DCV is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 17,032 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Speed Triple 955I fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 199 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YX53 DCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Triple 955I typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple 955I is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YX53 DCV registered?

YX53 DCV is a 2003 Triumph Speed Triple 955I, first registered on 3 October 2003.

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The MOT history for YX53 DCV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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