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NK53 TGN

2003 Triumph Speed Four

Yellow Petrol 566cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

37,145 mi
Last recorded37,145 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Four15,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 TGN
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Four
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine566cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2024 37,145 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 19 Apr 2024 37,123 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 31 Mar 2023 34,933 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 29,679 miles

exhaust a little noisy but with parameters

Pass 19 Oct 2020 25,781 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

creaking from swinging arm / hugger

Pass 26 Apr 2019 25,353 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 25,077 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 25,077 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute all (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 22,247 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 20,631 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 20,631 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 18,895 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 17,111 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively bent (4.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 17,111 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 16,563 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 14,349 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 12,420 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 12,419 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 17 Feb 2009 10,343 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 6,472 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 5,542 miles

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

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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NK53 TGN is a 2003 Triumph Speed Four in Yellow with a 566cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NK53 TGN, 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 NK53 TGN registered?

NK53 TGN is a 2003 Triumph Speed Four, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is NK53 TGN safe to buy?

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