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KV53 MMJ

2003 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2025
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,355 mi
Last recorded57,355 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 MMJ
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2024 57,355 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2023 57,348 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened noisy in operation (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 57,320 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2022 57,320 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2021 56,865 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 4 May 2020 54,981 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 1 May 2019 53,237 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 51,683 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 51,175 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 50,656 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 50,656 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 50,291 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 50,291 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 7 May 2014 49,632 miles
Fail 3 May 2014 49,632 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 May 2013 48,307 miles

Drive chain worn and has tight spot

Pass 5 May 2012 47,668 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 5 May 2012 47,668 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 45,100 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 44,724 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 44,724 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 36,587 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 36,389 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 33,696 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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KV53 MMJ is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KV53 MMJ, 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 KV53 MMJ registered?

KV53 MMJ is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 14 November 2003.

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