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VX53 BXB

2003 Triumph Speed Four

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

16,975 mi
Last recorded16,975 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Four15,153 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 BXB
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Four
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2021 16,975 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2021 16,975 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 16,575 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 16,523 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 16,342 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 16,150 miles

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

oil leak from under fuel tank.

slight wear in n/s front brake disc bobbins.

Pass 12 Sep 2012 14,489 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 13,180 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 5 May 2010 13,023 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 1 May 2009 12,609 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 11,673 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 11,665 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 3 May 2007 10,556 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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VX53 BXB is a 2003 Triumph Speed Four in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VX53 BXB, 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.

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What year was VX53 BXB registered?

VX53 BXB is a 2003 Triumph Speed Four, first registered on 27 September 2003.

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