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LJ03 VAA

2003 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

18,088 mi
Last recorded18,088 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 VAA
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2014 18,088 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear tyre has possible nail in it.

Fail 15 Mar 2014 18,088 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear tyre has possible nail in it.

Pass 16 May 2013 14,980 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2012 13,859 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 13,237 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 11,899 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2009 10,635 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 9,698 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 8,544 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2006 6,562 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2006 6,562 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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LJ03 VAA is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LJ03 VAA, 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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LJ03 VAA is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 15 March 2003.

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