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LJ03 VAF

2003 Triumph Sprint

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

82,692 mi
Last recorded82,692 miles
Recorded on6 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 VAF
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2023 82,692 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 82,677 miles

Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2022 82,676 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 May 2021 82,193 miles

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

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

Fail 18 May 2021 82,192 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Lower Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected wheel spindle locking device missing(horse shoe clip) (5.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2017 79,275 miles

Brake component is slightly distorted rear calliper (3.1.5)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured lens (1.5.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 70,881 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 66,788 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 58,157 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 VAF is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VAF, 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 LJ03 VAF registered?

LJ03 VAF is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 8 April 2003.

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