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LJ53 FZY

2003 Triumph Sprint RS

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

60,281 mi
Last recorded60,281 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint RS29,125 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 FZY
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint RS
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 60,281 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 59,181 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2025 59,171 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Offside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2024 58,126 miles

Nearside Front Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering aftermarket component just touches fairing not likely to foul steering (2.1.4 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 57,538 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 56,972 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2021 55,837 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 54,753 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 53,280 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2018 50,650 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 47,653 miles

rear brake is binding slightly

Pass 20 Jan 2016 44,585 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 41,770 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2014 38,811 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 36,076 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2012 33,395 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2011 30,425 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2009 28,103 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 25,011 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2007 21,655 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2006 16,628 miles

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

How Reliable is the Triumph Sprint RS?

Based on 1,029 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

86.0%
Pass Rate
875
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Headlamp aim too low 7
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 6
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
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LJ53 FZY is a 2003 Triumph Sprint RS in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Sprint RS models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 29,125 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Sprint RS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ53 FZY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Sprint RS typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Triumph Sprint RS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ53 FZY registered?

LJ53 FZY is a 2003 Triumph Sprint RS, first registered on 2 December 2003.

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