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CU53 ECT

2003 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,484 mi
Last recorded29,484 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU53 ECT
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 29,484 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower Suspension Bushes/Bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2025 29,362 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (Discs Warped) (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower Suspension Bushes/Bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Rear Valve Stem Retaining Nut Corroded Away Only Half Remaining! Could Cause Sudden Tyre Deflation

Pass 22 Nov 2024 23,279 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2023 18,621 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 18,596 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 18,526 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 18,498 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 18,352 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 17,964 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 17,670 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 17,347 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2015 17,060 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 16,682 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2013 14,737 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 14,737 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 14,260 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 13,130 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 13,130 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 11,447 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2009 10,096 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008 7,208 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 5,969 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 5,469 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 5,469 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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CU53 ECT is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CU53 ECT, 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 CU53 ECT registered?

CU53 ECT is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 18 September 2003.

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