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FM03 TMX

2003 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2025
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

57,737 mi
Last recorded57,737 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 TMX
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2024 57,737 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2024 57,729 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 56,628 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2023 56,628 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Aug 2022 54,971 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 54,790 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2022 54,790 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 54,117 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 54,115 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2020 54,115 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 11 Jul 2020 54,114 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 53,952 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake master cylinder slightly loose (1.1.10 (c))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 53,181 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 51,755 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 50,123 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 50,083 miles

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

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

e.c.u light on

Pass 4 Jul 2014 50,024 miles

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

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

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

fuel tank shell has lumps in it possible reaction to ethanol

Fail 1 Jul 2014 50,017 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 49,013 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Fail 9 Jul 2012 45,257 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 45,257 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 38,121 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 31,752 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 28,357 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 28,357 miles

Centre Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2008 19,377 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 19,377 miles

Centre Front Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Centre Rear Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2007 11,242 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2006 8,297 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Sprint?

Based on 158,613 MOT tests across 12,829 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
1,051
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
12,829
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,971
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,275
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 912
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 604
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 520
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FM03 TMX is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 20,859 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 Sprint fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,971 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM03 TMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Sprint typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Triumph Sprint is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FM03 TMX registered?

FM03 TMX is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 July 2003.

Is FM03 TMX safe to buy?

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