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HF53 EEW

2003 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

33,235 mi
Last recorded33,235 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 EEW
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 33,235 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2025 33,235 miles

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2024 32,237 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 32,232 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 32,208 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 32,203 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 32,198 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 31,705 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2018 31,705 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2017 31,219 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 30,163 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 28,477 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 23,519 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 22,776 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 22,405 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 21,730 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 21,234 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 20,490 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 20,490 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2007 19,898 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 19,083 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 19,083 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(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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HF53 EEW is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HF53 EEW, 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 HF53 EEW registered?

HF53 EEW is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is HF53 EEW safe to buy?

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