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NK53 MVW

2003 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

41,478 mi
Last recorded41,478 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 MVW
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 41,478 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 41,446 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 39,226 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 38,394 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 37,827 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 Jun 2022 37,825 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 May 2019 36,173 miles

Suspension arm attachment bracket modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

clutch adjustment needs attention

Fail 8 May 2019 36,173 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm attachment bracket modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

clutch adjustment needs attention

Pass 23 May 2018 35,898 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

clutch adjustment need attention

Fail 23 May 2018 35,898 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

clutch adjustment need attention

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2017 35,641 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2017 35,641 miles

Nearside Front Upper Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 35,240 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 33,768 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 32,967 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2013 32,086 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 30,966 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 29,530 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 25,554 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 20,186 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 17,264 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 10,593 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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NK53 MVW is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 NK53 MVW, 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 NK53 MVW registered?

NK53 MVW is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 18 October 2003.

Is NK53 MVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK53 MVW shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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