CarVerify

Free Car Check

SV53 GYH

2003 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

30,297 mi
Last recorded30,297 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 GYH
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 30,297 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 30,049 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 29,907 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2023 29,905 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Oct 2021 29,378 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 28,813 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 28,590 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 27,052 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 26,005 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2017 26,001 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil L&R (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2016 25,436 miles

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 22,778 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 23,086 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 21,059 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 19,450 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 19,049 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 17,371 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 16,414 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 14,633 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))

Pass 29 Jun 2006 13,105 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
Full Triumph Sprint reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SV53 GYH is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SV53 GYH, 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 SV53 GYH?

You can check the full history of SV53 GYH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SV53 GYH registered?

SV53 GYH is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is SV53 GYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV53 GYH shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SV53 GYH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SV53 GYH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.