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VU03 RZW

2003 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

84,613 mi
Last recorded84,613 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 RZW
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 84,613 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 84,424 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 83,819 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 16 Jan 2019 83,819 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play Tightened spindle, OK now (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2017 82,232 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 82,232 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 80,971 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 80,971 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 80,589 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 79,262 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 77,893 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2012 63,830 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 18 Feb 2012 63,775 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 55,149 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 55,119 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 54,489 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 54,484 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 47,946 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 38,247 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 38,247 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2006 27,133 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 RZW 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 71.4%.

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 VU03 RZW, 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 VU03 RZW registered?

VU03 RZW is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 5 March 2003.

Is VU03 RZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU03 RZW shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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