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GJ52 HYY

2003 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

43,916 mi
Last recorded43,916 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ52 HYY
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 43,916 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2026 43,896 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake fluid level near minimum

Pass 3 Jun 2025 43,070 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2024 41,948 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 40,514 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 39,694 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2021 39,047 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 37,773 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 37,002 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 35,719 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2017 35,719 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 35,558 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 35,550 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2014 33,442 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 32,229 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 31,574 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 30,006 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 21,164 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 19,648 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 19,648 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 16,560 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 13,793 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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GJ52 HYY is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GJ52 HYY, 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 GJ52 HYY registered?

GJ52 HYY is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 11 January 2003.

Is GJ52 HYY safe to buy?

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