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GU52 PXP

2002 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,090 mi
Last recorded32,090 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Sprint22,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 PXP
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 32,090 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 31,217 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 30,155 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 29,101 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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

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

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

Fail 29 Apr 2023 29,101 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 9 May 2022 27,651 miles
Fail 9 May 2022 27,651 miles

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 May 2021 26,316 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 25,422 miles

Drive chain slightly loose has tight spot (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

clutch cable stiff

Fail 19 May 2020 25,422 miles

Drive chain slightly loose has tight spot (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

clutch cable stiff

Pass 23 Mar 2019 21,995 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2018 18,440 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 14,120 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2010 11,816 miles

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

front tyre tread depth 3 mm

Pass 2 Mar 2009 10,172 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 7,319 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 5,635 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2005 5,484 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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GU52 PXP is a 2002 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GU52 PXP, 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 GU52 PXP registered?

GU52 PXP is a 2002 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 13 September 2002.

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