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KN52 UPP

2003 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

58,202 mi
Last recorded58,202 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN52 UPP
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 58,202 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 52,842 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 51,742 miles

Central Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil front fork seals (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit rear brake pad lining low (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2023 51,742 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel front brake lever touches bars when applied (1.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil front fork seals (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit rear brake pad lining low (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 49,040 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 47,456 miles

left hand gear change ball joints slight play

Pass 13 Oct 2020 46,329 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2019 45,223 miles

Nearside Gear change ball joint slightly worn

Pass 9 Nov 2018 43,748 miles

Gear change ball joint slightly worn

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2015 40,212 miles

Numberplate cracked

Fail 11 Aug 2015 40,212 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Numberplate cracked

Pass 9 Jun 2014 31,740 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 30,686 miles

aftermarket throttle friction control fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2012 27,467 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2011 25,136 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 23,955 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2008 19,336 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 15,074 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 11,703 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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KN52 UPP is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 KN52 UPP, 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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KN52 UPP is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 3 January 2003.

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