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Triumph Sprint Sports

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 885 cc

P203 YLJMOT history

P203 YLJ is a black petrol Triumph Sprint Sports first used on 6 Jan 1997. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 56,715 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
56,715 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,882 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P203 YLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Triumph
Model
Sprint Sports
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
885 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
6 Jan 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P203 YLJ was last recorded at 56,715 miles on 11 Jul 2026, 325 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,390 miles · 27 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
325 miles
Average per year
1,882 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,715 miles
  • 2025 – 56,390 miles
  • 2024 – 56,189 miles
  • 2023 – 55,669 miles
  • 2022 – 55,379 miles
  • 2021 – 55,008 miles
  • 2020 – 54,162 miles
  • 2018 – 48,921 miles
  • 2017 – 42,867 miles
  • 2016 – 37,087 miles
  • 2015 – 32,768 miles
  • 2014 – 31,499 miles
  • 2013 – 31,297 miles
  • 2012 – 30,540 miles
  • 2011 – 29,322 miles
  • 2010 – 27,108 miles
  • 2008 – 24,941 miles
  • 2007 – 21,153 miles
  • 2006 – 19,013 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,715 miles
  • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,715 miles (+325)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    56,715 miles
    Test number
    358677205230
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  2. Pass56,390 miles (+201)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    56,390 miles
    Test number
    384173292531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass56,189 miles (+520)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    56,189 miles
    Test number
    174619048741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass55,669 miles (+290)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    55,669 miles
    Test number
    423684586747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass55,379 miles (+371)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    55,379 miles
    Test number
    941542993536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass55,008 miles (+846)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    55,008 miles
    Test number
    904034433017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass54,162 miles (+5,241)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    54,162 miles
    Test number
    306296192952
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass48,921 miles (+6,054)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    48,921 miles
    Test number
    597152286810
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass42,867 miles (+5,780)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    42,867 miles
    Test number
    870171276111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass37,087 miles (+4,319)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    37,087 miles
    Test number
    296474088679
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  11. Pass32,768 miles (+1,269)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    32,768 miles
    Test number
    927966355172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass31,499 miles (+202)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    31,499 miles
    Test number
    206610954104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass31,297 miles (+757)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    31,297 miles
    Test number
    177029043157
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  14. Pass30,540 miles (+1,218)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    30,540 miles
    Test number
    435220742115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    29,322 miles
    Test number
    395463411156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail29,322 miles (+2,214)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,322 miles
    Test number
    437493511124
    • FailureFront Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)
    • FailureRear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

  17. Pass27,108 miles (+90)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    27,108 miles
    Test number
    271286800488
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  18. Fail27,018 miles (+2,077)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,018 miles
    Test number
    133425080400
    • FailureNearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureRear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  19. Pass24,941 miles (+3,788)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    24,941 miles
    Test number
    281861708344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,153 miles (+2,140)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    21,153 miles
    Test number
    972360657232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,013 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    19,013 miles
    Test number
    894531986186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P203 YLJ

Does P203 YLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P203 YLJ is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on P203 YLJ?
The MOT on P203 YLJ is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P203 YLJ done?
P203 YLJ was recorded at 56,715 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2026, an average of 1,882 miles a year.
Has P203 YLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P203 YLJ has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2011.
Has the mileage on P203 YLJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on P203 YLJ find?
P203 YLJ passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: drive chain worn but not considered excessive; rear brake binding but not excessively; steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy.

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