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AY53 DLO

2003 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,697 mi
Last recorded21,697 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 DLO
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2014 21,697 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake Binding Slightly

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

Fail 6 Mar 2013 18,121 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 18,121 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 14,431 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 14,431 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 13,547 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 13,547 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Jul 2010 13,006 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 12,268 miles

front tyre wearing on n/s edge

Pass 14 Feb 2009 8,975 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 6,361 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 4,319 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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AY53 DLO is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 AY53 DLO, 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 AY53 DLO registered?

AY53 DLO is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is AY53 DLO safe to buy?

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