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BU51 SZR

2001 Triumph Sprint

Orange Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,584 mi
Last recorded18,584 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2022
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint22,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 SZR
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2022 18,584 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 17,570 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Apr 2021 17,570 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2016 17,471 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 14,736 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 14,699 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2014 14,682 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 14,350 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2012 13,914 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 13,170 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 11,955 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 10,437 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 8,964 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 7,034 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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BU51 SZR is a 2001 Triumph Sprint in Orange with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 22,059 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 BU51 SZR, 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 25 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 BU51 SZR registered?

BU51 SZR is a 2001 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is BU51 SZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 SZR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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