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HX53 SYZ

2003 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

26,813 mi
Last recorded26,813 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 SYZ
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 26,813 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2026 26,813 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 May 2026 26,795 miles

Rear Brake caliper insecure retaining pin loose (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2025 24,353 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 22,665 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 22,658 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2023 21,357 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2023 21,357 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2022 20,193 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 19,355 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2021 19,355 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 18,922 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 18,148 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 17,361 miles

registration plate damaged but not likely to be misread

Fail 6 Feb 2018 17,361 miles

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

registration plate damaged but not likely to be misread

Pass 20 Jan 2017 16,469 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 16,469 miles

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 16,156 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 15,572 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 15,557 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 15,239 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 14,821 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 13,192 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 11,418 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 9,422 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 7,264 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 5,174 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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HX53 SYZ is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HX53 SYZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HX53 SYZ registered?

HX53 SYZ is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is HX53 SYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX53 SYZ shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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