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K555 TLE

2001 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

49,019 mi
Last recorded49,019 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint22,059 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK555 TLE
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 49,019 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2025 48,707 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 48,549 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2019 47,233 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2018 47,218 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2018 46,101 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 42,963 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2016 39,362 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 37,160 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 29,398 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 19,280 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 12,503 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 12,503 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 12,157 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2010 11,971 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 11,549 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 11,549 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 11,084 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 10,263 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 9,998 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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K555 TLE is a 2001 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 K555 TLE, 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 K555 TLE registered?

K555 TLE is a 2001 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 30 September 2001.

Is K555 TLE safe to buy?

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