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E8 CYV

2002 Triumph Sprint

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

29,176 mi
Last recorded29,176 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Sprint22,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE8 CYV
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 29,176 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 27,846 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 27,156 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2023 27,103 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 26,310 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 24,318 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 20,455 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 20,175 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 20,090 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 May 2016 19,996 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 19,803 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 19,560 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 May 2013 19,294 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 19,197 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 18,764 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 May 2010 18,392 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 4 May 2010 18,392 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 May 2009 16,852 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2009 16,847 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2008 15,126 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2006 11,770 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 11,770 miles

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

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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E8 CYV is a 2002 Triumph Sprint in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2002 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 22,022 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 E8 CYV, 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 24 years old, this Triumph Sprint is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E8 CYV registered?

E8 CYV is a 2002 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is E8 CYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E8 CYV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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