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SP03 ECC

2003 Triumph Sprint RS

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

17,140 mi
Last recorded17,140 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2009
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint RS29,125 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP03 ECC
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint RS
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2009 17,140 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 17,059 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 16,973 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 146,971 miles

Centre Front Lower Brake component worn and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 1,662 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 14,103 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2006 14,103 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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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SP03 ECC is a 2003 Triumph Sprint RS in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SP03 ECC, 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 SP03 ECC registered?

SP03 ECC is a 2003 Triumph Sprint RS, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is SP03 ECC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP03 ECC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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