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HG02 AXC

2002 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,027 mi
Last recorded33,027 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Sprint22,022 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG02 AXC
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 33,027 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 32,298 miles
Fail 14 May 2025 32,298 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 28,526 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 26,959 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 26,895 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 26,869 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 26,838 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 26,755 miles

Chain guard slightly loose (6.1.7 (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 26,155 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 24,913 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Feb 2016 24,878 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 24,310 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 23,675 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 22,982 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 21,207 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 19,707 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 19,707 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 18,183 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2010 18,183 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Headlamp dipped beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c)

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

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 13,963 miles

Advise exhaust slight noise at cylinder haed when cold.

Advise horn although operating is faulty.

Advise lower shock bush has perceptable play.

Fail 13 Mar 2009 13,963 miles

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Advise exhaust slight noise at cylinder haed when cold.

Advise horn although operating is faulty.

Advise lower shock bush has perceptable play.

Pass 14 Mar 2008 7,903 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 6,775 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 6,775 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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HG02 AXC is a 2002 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HG02 AXC, 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 HG02 AXC registered?

HG02 AXC is a 2002 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 24 July 2002.

Is HG02 AXC safe to buy?

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