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PO53 VSG

2003 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

57,498 mi
Last recorded57,498 miles
Recorded on30 May 2024
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO53 VSG
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2024 57,498 miles

Offside Front Upper Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements sticking switch on handlebar lever (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly loose silencer bolt loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 May 2023 50,377 miles
Fail 31 May 2023 50,377 miles

Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 44,305 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 May 2021 44,279 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 43,825 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 43,719 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 38,241 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 35,596 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 35,039 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 2 Aug 2016 26,361 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 24,679 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 21,474 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 21,045 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2012 19,037 miles

bike as asmell of petrol

n/s front indicator mistting

Pass 25 Feb 2011 17,383 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 16,957 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 14,590 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 12,232 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 8,885 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 8,825 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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 VSG is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PO53 VSG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PO53 VSG registered?

PO53 VSG is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 3 November 2003.

Is PO53 VSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for PO53 VSG shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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