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PY02 RDU

2003 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

16,586 mi
Last recorded16,586 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY02 RDU
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2015 16,586 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 12,810 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 12,697 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 12,228 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 12,228 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Fail 25 May 2011 12,207 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 9,922 miles

both riders foot peg are shorter that standard (ends broken off) but still serviceable

Fail 15 Mar 2010 9,922 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

both riders foot peg are shorter that standard (ends broken off) but still serviceable

Pass 25 Nov 2008 8,401 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 5,523 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 3,700 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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PY02 RDU 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 PY02 RDU, 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 PY02 RDU registered?

PY02 RDU is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is PY02 RDU safe to buy?

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