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FD51 EPJ

2001 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,493 mi
Last recorded16,493 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint22,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD51 EPJ
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 16,493 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2025 16,487 miles

Nearside Front Upper Steering linkage locking device ineffective bolt loose/possibly seized in top yolk (2.1.3 (d))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 16,321 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 15,849 miles

Brake cylinder travel close to excessive Front brake lever travel. (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 14,595 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2022 14,595 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 18 May 2013 14,486 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 14,242 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 13,513 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 12,512 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 11,678 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 11,678 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2007 9,155 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 7,554 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 6,185 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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FD51 EPJ is a 2001 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FD51 EPJ, 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.

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What year was FD51 EPJ registered?

FD51 EPJ is a 2001 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 22 November 2001.

Is FD51 EPJ safe to buy?

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