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PJ53 NWO

2003 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

30,043 mi
Last recorded30,043 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ53 NWO
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2014 30,043 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 28,771 miles

one tail light bulb blown. could not remove seat to replace

Pass 13 Sep 2012 25,993 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 23,730 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 23,730 miles

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

Nearside Rear Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Fail 15 Sep 2010 17,365 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2010 17,365 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 16,246 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 14,245 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 13,572 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2006 11,215 miles

Front Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

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

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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PJ53 NWO is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 PJ53 NWO, 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 PJ53 NWO registered?

PJ53 NWO is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 2 December 2003.

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