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LJ03 GUG

2003 Triumph Sprint

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

34,821 mi
Last recorded34,821 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 GUG
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 34,821 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 34,584 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 34,038 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2018 31,952 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2017 30,057 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 30,057 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 27,191 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 24,332 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 24,332 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2014 22,233 miles

wiring surrounding front forks insecure

Pass 10 Oct 2013 15,618 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 11,950 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 8,919 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 7,410 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 5,209 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 4,519 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 4,485 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 4,275 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 3,952 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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LJ03 GUG is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 LJ03 GUG, 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 LJ03 GUG registered?

LJ03 GUG is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 14 March 2003.

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