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OY53 VAA

2003 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,024 mi
Last recorded31,024 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 VAA
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 31,024 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 30,884 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 26,550 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 23,075 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2017 23,071 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 20,860 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 19,457 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 17,352 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 May 2013 14,447 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 11,098 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 5,582 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2011 5,582 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

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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OY53 VAA is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VAA, 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 OY53 VAA registered?

OY53 VAA is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 6 November 2003.

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