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HJ52 VTF

2003 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

35,700 mi
Last recorded35,700 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ52 VTF
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 35,700 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2025 34,210 miles

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

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 33,559 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 32,097 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 31,813 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 31,146 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 30,098 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Oct 2019 30,098 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 29,335 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 28,707 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 27,861 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 25,518 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 19,796 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 16,163 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 May 2012 13,051 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 11,266 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 8,436 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2009 7,913 miles

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

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 7,402 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 6,528 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 5,439 miles

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

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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HJ52 VTF is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HJ52 VTF, 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 HJ52 VTF registered?

HJ52 VTF is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 February 2003.

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