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EX02 VHY

2002 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

44,381 mi
Last recorded44,381 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Sprint22,022 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX02 VHY
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 44,381 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2025 42,169 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2025 42,169 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure Silencer clamp required replacement (6.1.2 (a))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2024 38,552 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 37,672 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 33,078 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 27,797 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 27,767 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 24,975 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 24,852 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 24,852 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 May 2015 20,439 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2015 20,295 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2014 16,801 miles

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

drive chain has slight wear,chain has a tight spot

Pass 10 Apr 2013 16,333 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 15,976 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 13,506 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 13,211 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 12,776 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2006 11,748 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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EX02 VHY is a 2002 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 EX02 VHY, 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

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What year was EX02 VHY registered?

EX02 VHY is a 2002 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 8 March 2002.

Is EX02 VHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX02 VHY shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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