CarVerify

Free Car Check

OY53 UZC

2003 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

53,712 mi
Last recorded53,712 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 UZC
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2024 53,712 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2022 53,646 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 51,622 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 51,383 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 51,563 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 49,690 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 45,064 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 45,064 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 40,459 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 33,925 miles

Only one brake light bulb working.

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 27,920 miles

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

Rear Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

rear stoplight only working on one side

Pass 19 Jul 2010 21,314 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 11,332 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 10,980 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 May 2008 10,980 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 10,761 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.B1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 10,761 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.B1d)

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
Full Triumph Sprint reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

OY53 UZC is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 OY53 UZC, 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

How do I check the history of OY53 UZC?

You can check the full history of OY53 UZC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was OY53 UZC registered?

OY53 UZC is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 27 December 2003.

Is OY53 UZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY53 UZC shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OY53 UZC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on OY53 UZC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.