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HJ52 VTL

2003 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

26,868 mi
Last recorded26,868 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ52 VTL
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 26,868 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 26,288 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 25,591 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 24,602 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 24,340 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 23,068 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 13,508 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2018 12,023 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 10,173 miles

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

Offside Front footrest has slight damage

Fail 5 Jul 2017 10,173 miles

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

Offside Front footrest has slight damage

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light white light to rear (1.3.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 9,067 miles

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

Offside Front footrest has slight damage

Pass 11 Jul 2015 7,153 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

o/s front footrest damaged but secure

Pass 4 Sep 2013 6,759 miles

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

slight play in both front floating discs

Pass 10 Mar 2009 5,709 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 5,167 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 4,824 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 3,761 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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HJ52 VTL is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 VTL, 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 VTL registered?

HJ52 VTL is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 22 February 2003.

Is HJ52 VTL safe to buy?

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