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KR53 YZJ

2004 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2025
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,053 mi
Last recorded38,053 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2024
Typical for 2004 Triumph Sprint19,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR53 YZJ
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2024 38,053 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 36,055 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2023 36,019 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2022 35,419 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2022 35,384 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2021 34,033 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 32,558 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 28,740 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 28,665 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 28,530 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 28,527 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2016 27,947 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 27,783 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 27,048 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 24,655 miles

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

rear brake has reduced reserve travel

Pass 11 Jun 2012 14,328 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2012 20,883 miles

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 21 May 2011 7,066 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 May 2010 12,617 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 11,285 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 11,261 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2008 8,739 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2007 5,550 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 5,550 miles

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

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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KR53 YZJ is a 2004 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 19,945 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 KR53 YZJ, 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 22 years old, this Triumph Sprint is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KR53 YZJ registered?

KR53 YZJ is a 2004 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 20 February 2004.

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