MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
43,371 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
slight cracking on rear tyre
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
nearside main beam not working
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
nearside main beam not working
How Reliable is the Triumph Sprint?
Based on 158,613 MOT tests across 12,829 vehicles.
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HX53 TAU is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 TAU, 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 HX53 TAU registered?
HX53 TAU is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 23 October 2003.
Is HX53 TAU safe to buy?
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