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FD52 HBH

2002 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

43,445 mi
Last recorded43,445 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Sprint22,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD52 HBH
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 43,445 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2025 43,440 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 43,362 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 43,353 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2020 43,211 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 42,716 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 41,599 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 40,847 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 40,625 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 39,282 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2015 39,269 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

leak @ oil cooler joint

Pass 24 Feb 2014 36,465 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 33,244 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 26 Feb 2013 33,234 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 23 Jan 2012 29,398 miles

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

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

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

drive chain dry/rusting

Pass 14 Feb 2011 25,014 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 23,888 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 22,640 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 22,189 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 15 Jan 2007 21,456 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 21,456 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 7 Jan 2006 19,330 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2005 19,330 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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FD52 HBH is a 2002 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 FD52 HBH, 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 FD52 HBH registered?

FD52 HBH is a 2002 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 22 November 2002.

Is FD52 HBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD52 HBH shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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