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HY53 LGW

2003 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

39,330 mi
Last recorded39,330 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY53 LGW
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 39,330 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2024 33,091 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2024 32,986 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Apr 2023 37,142 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2023 36,877 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Apr 2022 30,673 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 24,081 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 16,699 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 13,241 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 9,985 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 May 2016 7,393 miles

Exhaust noisy May not be standard (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 5,554 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 5,395 miles

rear tyre tread getting low.

Pass 8 Apr 2014 5,322 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 5,274 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 5,220 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 5,122 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 4,979 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 4,870 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2007 4,125 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 2,888 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2006 2,887 miles

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

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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HY53 LGW is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 HY53 LGW, 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

How do I check the history of HY53 LGW?

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What year was HY53 LGW registered?

HY53 LGW is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is HY53 LGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY53 LGW shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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