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SV03 EVG

2003 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

42,886 mi
Last recorded42,886 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV03 EVG
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 42,886 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 42,241 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2024 42,241 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2023 41,034 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 38,500 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

engine management light on

Pass 9 Jun 2021 37,052 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2021 37,052 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 May 2019 35,583 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 33,480 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 30,960 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 30,960 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 May 2016 28,349 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 26,684 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 26,109 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2013 24,104 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 21,243 miles

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

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

Fail 4 May 2011 18,633 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 May 2011 18,633 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 16,423 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 16,423 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 14,579 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 14,579 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 11,750 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 8,583 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2007 8,583 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2006 5,266 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 5,266 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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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SV03 EVG is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 SV03 EVG, 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 SV03 EVG registered?

SV03 EVG is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 3 April 2003.

Is SV03 EVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV03 EVG shows 27 tests with a 70.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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