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PO53 HTP

2003 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

25,319 mi
Last recorded25,319 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO53 HTP
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2018 25,319 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 22,795 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 22,795 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 22,713 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 22,713 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 22,292 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 21,099 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2015 21,099 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2014 19,428 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 19,428 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Fail 19 Mar 2014 19,421 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 17,457 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 17,220 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 8 Mar 2012 17,220 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 16,539 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2010 14,961 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 12,784 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 10,332 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 8,276 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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PO53 HTP is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 PO53 HTP, 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 PO53 HTP registered?

PO53 HTP is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is PO53 HTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for PO53 HTP shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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