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VU03 RZT

2003 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

23,961 mi
Last recorded23,961 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 RZT
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 23,961 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 19,903 miles
Fail 16 May 2024 19,888 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Suspension component modified so the suspension is inoperative (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2023 19,882 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 17,031 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 13,845 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 13,835 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 13,194 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 12,559 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 11,852 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 10,584 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2012 9,793 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 9,403 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2009 8,656 miles

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Registration plate character(s) formed using multiple strokes (6.3.4e)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 8,656 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 7,690 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2006 6,795 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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VU03 RZT is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VU03 RZT, 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 VU03 RZT registered?

VU03 RZT is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 8 March 2003.

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The MOT history for VU03 RZT shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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