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VX53 PKU

2003 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

31,215 mi
Last recorded31,215 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 PKU
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2022 31,215 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2021 31,120 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2020 30,988 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 30,662 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 30,051 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 26,293 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 25,409 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 22,890 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 21,567 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 19,447 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2012 18,365 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 17,416 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 15,478 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 12,460 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 9,650 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 7,200 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 7,200 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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 PKU is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PKU, 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 VX53 PKU registered?

VX53 PKU is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 14 November 2003.

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