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NK03 HTV

2003 Triumph Speed Master

Black Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

26,256 mi
Last recorded26,256 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Master11,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK03 HTV
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Master
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 26,256 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 26,206 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 26,177 miles

Exhaust noisy baffle slightly corroded (8.1.1 (a))

front wheel bearing slight rumble

Pass 4 Oct 2022 26,087 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 26,013 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 25,949 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 25,860 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 25,785 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 25,710 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 25,618 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 25,558 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 25,409 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 25,149 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2013 25,149 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 10 Oct 2012 12,305 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

neutral warning light green cover missing

Pass 10 Oct 2012 12,305 miles

neutral warning light green cover missing

Pass 4 Jul 2012 11,677 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 7,161 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 6,613 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 5,637 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 4,710 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 2,624 miles

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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NK03 HTV is a 2003 Triumph Speed Master in Black with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NK03 HTV, 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 NK03 HTV registered?

NK03 HTV is a 2003 Triumph Speed Master, first registered on 2 May 2003.

Is NK03 HTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK03 HTV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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