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AY03 DHD

2003 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,677 mi
Last recorded43,677 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2012
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 DHD
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2012 43,677 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 41,265 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 41,265 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Dec 2009 35,147 miles

Offside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 26,681 miles

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

throttle slightly sticky

Fail 17 Dec 2008 26,681 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

throttle slightly sticky

Pass 17 Nov 2007 21,454 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2007 21,454 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2006 15,524 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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AY03 DHD is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AY03 DHD, 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 AY03 DHD registered?

AY03 DHD is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is AY03 DHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 DHD shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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