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KS03 DFV

2003 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

73,277 mi
Last recorded73,277 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Trophy21,262 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS03 DFV
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 73,277 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2024 72,183 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 70,830 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 69,231 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 67,381 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2020 65,527 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 62,515 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 58,930 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 58,930 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 22 Apr 2017 53,177 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 53,177 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front switch ? (1.3.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Apr 2016 46,992 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 46,992 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 40,633 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2015 40,633 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 34,140 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 34,140 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 29,452 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 29,452 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 19,785 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 15,564 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 14,492 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 14,492 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 13,489 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 9,996 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 7,409 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Trophy?

Based on 47,093 MOT tests across 4,717 vehicles.

86.0%
Pass Rate
914
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
4,717
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 694
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 631
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 549
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 438
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 421
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KS03 DFV is a 2003 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 21,262 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 Trophy fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 694 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KS03 DFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Trophy typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 23 years old, this Triumph Trophy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was KS03 DFV registered?

KS03 DFV is a 2003 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 11 June 2003.

Is KS03 DFV safe to buy?

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