CarVerify

Free Car Check

EJ02 VVK

2002 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 955cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

220 mi
Last recorded220 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Sprint22,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ02 VVK
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 220 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

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

Front Dust seals perished

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

Pass 7 Mar 2024 2 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 39,151 miles

Front Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 8 Jan 2022 39,151 miles

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 37,394 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 36,856 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 May 2019 36,150 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 30,157 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 29,363 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 27,866 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 27,131 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 26,357 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 25,571 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 24,556 miles

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

oil cooler pipes coroding

silencer mounting poor

Pass 10 Jul 2010 23,334 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 22,371 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 21,693 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 14,858 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 11,180 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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
Full Triumph Sprint reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

EJ02 VVK is a 2002 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 EJ02 VVK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EJ02 VVK?

You can check the full history of EJ02 VVK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EJ02 VVK registered?

EJ02 VVK is a 2002 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 5 July 2002.

Is EJ02 VVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ02 VVK shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EJ02 VVK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on EJ02 VVK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.