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WK53 DVV

2003 Triumph Speed Four

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,381 mi
Last recorded30,381 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Four15,153 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK53 DVV
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Four
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 30,381 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 29,780 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 29,690 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 29,626 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 29,550 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 29,153 miles

Front Front brake reservoir loose but not likely to detached

Fail 10 Mar 2021 29,153 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Front brake reservoir loose but not likely to detached

Pass 12 Mar 2020 29,417 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2020 29,145 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 29,127 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 28,662 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 28,617 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 28,182 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 28,158 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 28,055 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 27,920 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 27,920 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 26,949 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 26,826 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 26,405 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 26,403 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2009 22,993 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 16,816 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Mar 2007 11,547 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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WK53 DVV is a 2003 Triumph Speed Four in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WK53 DVV, 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 WK53 DVV registered?

WK53 DVV is a 2003 Triumph Speed Four, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is WK53 DVV safe to buy?

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