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GJ52 BCE

2002 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

38,992 mi
Last recorded38,992 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Sprint22,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ52 BCE
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 38,992 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2024 36,402 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 May 2023 33,170 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

slight play in rear brake arm

Fail 4 May 2023 33,082 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

slight play in rear brake arm

Pass 6 May 2022 32,097 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake reaction bracket worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2021 31,636 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 30,774 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 30,445 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 30,224 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 30,224 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 28,533 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2010 25,918 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2009 1,897 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 18,916 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 17,869 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2006 14,617 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 10,666 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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GJ52 BCE is a 2002 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 GJ52 BCE, 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 GJ52 BCE registered?

GJ52 BCE is a 2002 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 23 November 2002.

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