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VX53 BYD

2003 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,091 mi
Last recorded10,091 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 BYD
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 10,091 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 7,945 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 4,878 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 4,482 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 4,378 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 4,378 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2010 4,350 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

rear tyre worn in centre tread.

Fail 4 Jun 2010 4,342 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

master cylinder feed pipe slightly kinked advise replacement.

rear tyre worn in centre tread.

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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VX53 BYD is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 VX53 BYD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX53 BYD registered?

VX53 BYD is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 11 October 2003.

Is VX53 BYD safe to buy?

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