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NK53 TFA

2004 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

40,259 mi
Last recorded40,259 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Triumph Sprint19,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 TFA
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 40,259 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Headers have slight blowing. (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 24 Jun 2025 40,259 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Headers have slight blowing. (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Position lamp not working Tail light bulb replaced during mot (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 39,738 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 39,434 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 38,775 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 36,096 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 34,623 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 33,112 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2015 31,008 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 29,164 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 17 May 2013 28,150 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 26,198 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 26 May 2011 23,674 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 May 2011 23,674 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 21,117 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2010 21,117 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 18,058 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2008 13,822 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 31 May 2008 13,822 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Offside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 16,450 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 16,450 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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 TFA is a 2004 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 NK53 TFA, 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 NK53 TFA registered?

NK53 TFA is a 2004 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 20 February 2004.

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