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PJ03 PVW

2003 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

33,548 mi
Last recorded33,548 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ03 PVW
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2022 33,548 miles

Front shock absorbers stiff operation

Fail 24 May 2022 33,487 miles

Offside Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorbers stiff operation.

Pass 7 Sep 2019 33,439 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 Sep 2019 33,439 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Pass 31 Mar 2017 33,238 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2016 31,099 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 29,385 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 25,409 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 22,576 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 22,576 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 22,288 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 21,670 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 16,873 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 12,874 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 11,102 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 8,512 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 5,835 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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PJ03 PVW is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Green 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 PJ03 PVW, 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 PJ03 PVW registered?

PJ03 PVW is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 7 May 2003.

Is PJ03 PVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ03 PVW 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.

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