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HF03 VXL

2003 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

38,001 mi
Last recorded38,001 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 VXL
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2015 38,001 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 38,001 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 13 May 2014 35,373 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 34,559 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 6 Nov 2012 34,549 miles

Rear Decelerometer brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.E1d)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 33,210 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2010 30,073 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 26,873 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 26,873 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 24,928 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 24,907 miles

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

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

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

Small dent in front wheel rim.

Fail 11 Jul 2007 21,623 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Jul 2007 21,623 miles

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

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Jun 2006 18,214 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 18,201 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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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HF03 VXL is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 HF03 VXL, 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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HF03 VXL is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 4 July 2003.

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