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HX53 SZR

2003 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,210 mi
Last recorded39,210 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 SZR
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 12 Jul 2018 39,210 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Suspension rod insecurely attached play on swingarm @ pivot. (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2016 38,985 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned handle bars/forks slightly misaligned. (2.3.1)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

both rear indicators slightly obscured by rear number plate.

front brake binding slightly, but not enough for failure.

Fail 25 Nov 2016 38,975 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars traps fingers on right hand lock (2.1.2b)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned handle bars/forks slightly misaligned. (2.3.1)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

both rear indicators slightly obscured by rear number plate.

front brake binding slightly, but not enough for failure.

front tyre flat. inflated for test.

Pass 25 Sep 2015 35,089 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 25,568 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 19,886 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 17 Aug 2012 18,704 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 18,704 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 14,810 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 8,435 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2008 4,942 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2007 996 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 996 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 899 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 899 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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 SZR is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SZR, 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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HX53 SZR is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 18 October 2003.

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