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LG52 ZTV

2003 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

30,943 mi
Last recorded30,943 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG52 ZTV
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 30,943 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 30,190 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 29,027 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 28,479 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 28,398 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2018 28,398 miles

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2017 27,530 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 26,477 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2016 26,476 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 25,588 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 25,069 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 22,795 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 21,337 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 20,697 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 20,697 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 19,429 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 19,429 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Fail 14 May 2009 18,413 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 May 2009 18,413 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 17,440 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2007 15,455 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 May 2006 13,145 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
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LG52 ZTV is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 LG52 ZTV, 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.

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What year was LG52 ZTV registered?

LG52 ZTV is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 13 February 2003.

Is LG52 ZTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG52 ZTV shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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