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KU52 HXC

2002 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,672 mi
Last recorded58,672 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Sprint22,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU52 HXC
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2025 58,672 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre sidewall perished

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

Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 24 Feb 2025 58,672 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Not working on front brake (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre sidewall perished

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

Rear Mudguard insecure

Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2024 57,639 miles

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Fail 9 Feb 2024 57,625 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive stiff links (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 15 Feb 2023 56,648 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 55,085 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 52,135 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2021 52,135 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 50,430 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2019 47,635 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2017 46,231 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 25 Aug 2017 46,217 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 44,004 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 41,189 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 40,725 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 40,725 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 39,417 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 37,422 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 37,422 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 33,871 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 29,478 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 24,968 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2007 24,968 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2006 20,953 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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KU52 HXC is a 2002 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KU52 HXC, 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 KU52 HXC registered?

KU52 HXC is a 2002 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 12 September 2002.

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