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LJ53 AUN

2003 Triumph Speed Four

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

25,401 mi
Last recorded25,401 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Four15,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 AUN
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Four
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 25,401 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2023 25,298 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 25,192 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 25,160 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2020 25,160 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2019 24,535 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 24,367 miles

Front Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 23,843 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 23,804 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 22,933 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 22,933 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Dec 2013 19,909 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2012 16,815 miles

Brake fluid reservoir secured using cable ties

Fail 22 Nov 2012 16,772 miles

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

Brake fluid reservoir secured using cable ties

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 11,976 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 9,375 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 7,963 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 7,023 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 5,426 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2006 3,886 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Four?

Based on 10,305 MOT tests across 819 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
831
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
819
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 154
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 83
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 75
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 66
Drive chain excessively loose 52
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LJ53 AUN is a 2003 Triumph Speed Four in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Speed Four models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 15,153 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Speed Four fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ53 AUN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Four typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Triumph Speed Four is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ53 AUN registered?

LJ53 AUN is a 2003 Triumph Speed Four, first registered on 4 October 2003.

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