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HX53 MTU

2003 Triumph Speed Master

Black Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

12,743 mi
Last recorded12,743 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Master11,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 MTU
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Master
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2021 12,743 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 12,521 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 12,069 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 11,983 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 11,982 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2017 11,874 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 11,715 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 11,380 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 11,237 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 10,421 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 9,962 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2011 8,953 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 8,607 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 8,957 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2010 8,957 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2009 7,437 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 5,108 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 4,243 miles

rear brake pads worn metal to metal

Fail 6 Mar 2007 4,243 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake performance not tested (3.3)

rear brake pads worn metal to metal

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Master?

Based on 3,811 MOT tests across 256 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
648
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
256
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
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HX53 MTU is a 2003 Triumph Speed Master in Black with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Speed Master models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 11,960 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 Master fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX53 MTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was HX53 MTU registered?

HX53 MTU is a 2003 Triumph Speed Master, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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