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KV53 DOU

2003 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

29,258 mi
Last recorded29,258 miles
Recorded on13 May 2024
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 DOU
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2024 29,258 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 27,930 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2022 27,920 miles

Central Rear Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick Rear Brake Pads Below limit (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 May 2019 25,770 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 24,259 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 24,259 miles

Central Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm Rear Tyre Has No Tread (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2016 21,098 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 20,123 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 16,564 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 14,602 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 13,198 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 10,458 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 8,621 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 8,029 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 23 Jun 2008 8,028 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 5,745 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2006 5,744 miles

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

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

silencer loose, but secure

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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KV53 DOU is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 KV53 DOU, 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 KV53 DOU registered?

KV53 DOU is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 13 October 2003.

Is KV53 DOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV53 DOU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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