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OE03 DFU

2003 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

35,435 mi
Last recorded35,435 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE03 DFU
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 29 Aug 2025 35,435 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated with oil (1.1.13 (b))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 35,262 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 35,077 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 34,329 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Brake fluid reservoir snapped

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Jul 2018 34,329 miles

Offside Front Engine mounting/bracket missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid reservoir snapped

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 May 2017 31,234 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 28,147 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 27,120 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 23,465 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 20,545 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 20,545 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2012 19,602 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 19,602 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 18,270 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 14,185 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 7,389 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 4,049 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 4,049 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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OE03 DFU is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OE03 DFU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OE03 DFU registered?

OE03 DFU is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 9 May 2003.

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