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PL03 ARU

2003 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,084 mi
Last recorded12,084 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 ARU
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2023 12,084 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 12,075 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 12,055 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 11,954 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 11,954 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jun 2018 11,614 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 10,846 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 10,163 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 10,163 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 9,565 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 8,939 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2013 7,645 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 6,834 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 6,539 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 6,539 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2010 5,467 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 4,741 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2008 4,741 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2007 3,738 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 2,612 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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PL03 ARU is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PL03 ARU, 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 PL03 ARU registered?

PL03 ARU is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 July 2003.

Is PL03 ARU safe to buy?

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