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YX03 LUW

2003 Triumph Speed Master

Black Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

20,046 mi
Last recorded20,046 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Master11,960 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX03 LUW
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Master
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 20,046 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 19,414 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 May 2022 18,984 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 18,270 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 15,710 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2018 12,195 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 11,167 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 11,148 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Fail 5 May 2017 11,104 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 8,937 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 7,441 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 6,351 miles

Head race slightly notchy

Pass 10 May 2012 6,173 miles

slight blowing at front on exhaust intermittent

Pass 9 May 2011 5,911 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 5,877 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 May 2010 4,006 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 3,999 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 1,505 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 1,278 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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YX03 LUW is a 2003 Triumph Speed Master in Black with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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

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 YX03 LUW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YX03 LUW registered?

YX03 LUW is a 2003 Triumph Speed Master, first registered on 15 August 2003.

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